…for those who have contributed for decades but are nearing retirement. Employer Guidance and Worker Safety Cunha emphasizes that workers still face daily uncertainty. While authorities focus on large metropolitan…
California Agriculture: Fires, Wolves & Farm Labor Reform
…Enhancing Safety for Animals Act of 2025. The legislation would delist the Mexican wolf from the Endangered Species Act, a move supported by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the Arizona…
California Farmers Struggle with Water, Labor, and Regulations
…According to Genasci, overregulation affects everything from employee wages to operational safety. He emphasizes the importance of proactive advocacy, noting that the Farm Bureau monitors legislation and works to prevent…
Stanislaus County Farm Bureau: Advocacy, Education & the Future of Agriculture
…impact family farms. Programs and Community Outreach The Farm Bureau offers practical resources for local growers, including the upcoming Spray Safe Program on November 21, which provides free safety training…
Ted Torosian Builds Custom Produce into Ag Success Story
…greater flexibility, while their unique ability to consolidate mixed loads continues to attract food service buyers nationwide. Packaging, Labor, and Food Safety Custom Produce invests heavily in packaging, ensuring that…
Rachel Nettleton Leads Kern County Farm Bureau
…the safety of the food they produce. Everything they do is in the best interest of people.” Family and Community Outside of her professional role, Nettleton is a wife and…
Freight Safety and Dairy Market Pressures: Nick Folio
Freight Safety and Dairy Market Pressures: The AgNet News Hour delivered another wide-ranging discussion today, spotlighting California’s unpredictable weather, pressures in the dairy and hay markets, and major safety concerns…
Dale Nicol on Syngenta, Farming Challenges, and Feeding the World
…most heavily regulated state in the country. Farmers must navigate strict environmental and safety rules, often at higher costs than growers in other regions. Nicol points out that Syngenta invests…
Roger Isom on California Farming Challenges in 2025
…Isom warned about the dangers of relying on imports from countries with weaker food safety standards. Residues of banned pesticides such as DDT are still found on imported produce. California…
California Freight Industry Crisis: Trucking Leader Speaks Out on Rising Costs and Regulations
…are lighter,” he said, “but it’s only seasonal. The rest of the year, we’re back in California’s grip.” AI and Safety Tech Help—But Can’t Solve Everything Despite the pressure, Wood…
Almond Board Reports Global Trade Progress
…Oakland. Almond Board Reports Global Trade Progress The delegation included a senior official from Morocco’s National Office of Food Safety, along with agricultural importers and industry leaders. During the roundtable…
HELP Act Would Aid Livestock Transporters
…Proven Safety During the Pandemic Skye Krebs, Oregon rancher and chair of NCBA’s Policy Division, emphasized that livestock haulers demonstrated safe and effective transport during the COVID-19 pandemic, when temporary…
California Avocado Commission Praises USDA Reorganization Efforts
…emphasized that the reorganization reinforces the USDA’s commitment to core services such as plant health, food safety, and inspection integrity—critical areas that directly impact growers and consumers. According to Melban,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
…American food safety and production systems. Also making waves: a major trade agreement with the European Union. With 15% tariffs still in place on European imports and zero tariffs on…