…United States. The plan serves as a strategic roadmap for advancing USDA’s inspection capabilities, reducing foodborne illnesses, and strengthening regulatory enforcement across the food supply chain. Five-Point Food Safety Plan…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…of stakeholders to address urgent policy and regulatory topics related to air emissions and environmental stewardship. Topics: Waivers, Incentives, and SIPs Among the primary issues discussed were: The future of…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-22-25
…compelling conversations, headlined by a deep dive into immigration reform and its implications for agriculture. The show spotlighted the newly introduced Dignity Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill aimed at…
American Agri-Women Advocate for Agriculture on Capitol Hill
…a growing threat to rural communities and natural resources. Additional advocacy priorities included: Protecting private property rights Labor and trade policy reform Addressing regulatory burdens Engaging in the Budget Reconciliation…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…challenges facing California agriculture. Despite repeated efforts in Congress—including bipartisan support for the Farm Workforce Modernization Act—comprehensive reform remains elusive. LeMay stresses the importance of skilled labor in the field…
Republicans Urge Legal Fix for Ag Workforce
…this emerging Republican coalition believes the longstanding justification for delaying immigration reform—namely, that the border was not secure—is no longer valid. Chair of House Ag Committee: “That Excuse Is Gone”…
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
…D.C. to communicate industry needs, especially concerning export growth opportunities. Labor and Immigration Reform Still a Major Need LeMay also addressed the need for comprehensive immigration reform to support the…
Nick Foglio on Hay Markets, Water Scarcity, and the Future of California Ag
…yields, and adapting to tighter resources—and called for more representation of farmers on regulatory boards. A Call for Optimism Amid Uncertainty Despite economic and regulatory pressure, Foglio remains committed to…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
…support sustainable agriculture. Conclusion The outcome of the lawsuit could influence how companies promote sustainability and how regulatory bodies enforce those standards moving forward. For now, the case underscores a…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-15-25
…turned to wildfire preparedness and the new federal stance on forest management. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins testified that the USDA is elevating the national fire preparedness level and removing regulatory…
Hilton Eyes Regulatory Overhaul for California Ag
Steve Hilton Vows Agency Reform to Support California Agriculture In an exclusive interview with The Ag Meter, Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate for California governor, shared his vision for reforming…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-14-25
…the airwaves with an in-depth and timely conversation featuring Daniel Hartwig, President of the California Fresh Fruit Association. From soaring regulatory costs to looming freight challenges, Hartwig offers a candid…
Labor Crisis Still Looms Over California’s Fresh Fruit Industry
Immigration Reform Remains Unresolved as Growers Seek Solutions Nick Papagni, host of The Ag Meter, sat down with Daniel Hartwig, president of the California Fresh Fruit Association, to discuss one…
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
…away unnecessary regulations and reject massive tax breaks in favor of restoring a fair economic environment across all sectors. A Call for Election Reform Bianco supported an initiative to require…