…marching bands or standing for the American flag, but she is rock solid in a rodeo performance,” Janae explains. Understanding her horse’s abilities ensures both safety and performance excellence in…
Elaine Culotti: Why California’s Farmers, Cities, and Future Are at a Breaking Point
…found is striking: most mayors operate in a bipartisan, pragmatic way, often working long hours for little or no pay. Regardless of party, they share the same priorities—public safety and…
Regulations, Water Challenges, and the 2026 Outlook: Roger Isom on the AgNet News Hour
…Association (CCGGA): ccgga.org 2026 is an election year—growers need to be heard in policy and voting decisions. Regulatory Challenges Rodenticide restrictions: Proposed DPR rules may limit usage, affecting food safety…
Navigating California’s Agricultural Regulations: Insights from Bryan Little of the California Farm Bureau
…addressing them. In his role, Little works closely with legislators and regulators on public policy issues that affect farm employers, particularly around employment laws, wages, hours, overtime, training, safety, and…
California Agriculture News: Labor, Automation, and Policy Updates – AgNet News Hour
…the Farm Employers Labor Service (FELS) to assist with compliance on wages, hours, safety, training, and human resources. He highlighted the constant changes in California labor regulations, emphasizing the need…
Chef Darren Hill Serves Up Turkey Tips and Holiday Food Safety on Thanksgiving Week Edition
…joint, especially on those big 24–30 pounders.” Food safety was another major theme. Hill emphasized that frozen birds should thaw in the refrigerator — 24 hours for every five pounds…
Celebrating California Agriculture: Education, Advocacy, and Community with Anna Genasci
…is scheduled for January 15th, 2026, covering regulatory changes, compliance, and safety guidance for agricultural employers. This webinar is open to everyone, highlighting the Bureau’s commitment to providing accessible and…
Inside the World of Agricultural Shipping: A Conversation with Jeff Cox of Best Drayage
…fully food-safety certified, and every driver understands proper handling procedures for agricultural commodities. This commitment is essential because freight can be rejected for reasons ranging from container odors to structural…
Jeff Cox Explains the Freight Factor Behind California’s Ag Exports
…making sure it gets there safely, efficiently, and on time.” Cox said his company has doubled down on driver vetting and food safety certification, noting that every Best Drayage driver…
Inside FIRA USA 2025: California’s AgTech Future
…receives the relevant skills needed for tomorrow’s workforce. She highlighted meaningful discussions around food safety, with input from major buyers such as Costco, Sysco, and Taco Bell. These companies emphasized…
Ian LeMay Shares California Table Grape Success Story Amid Global Competition
…20 countries. “There’s real confidence in California table grapes,” he said. “Buyers know what they’re getting — quality, safety, and consistency.” The discussion also turned to tariffs and regulation. LeMay…
Kings County Farm Bureau Takes on State Water Board Over Groundwater Rights
…produces the safest, freshest, and most abundant food supply anywhere. Losing California agriculture would have global repercussions. Importing food from countries with lower safety standards, fewer labor protections, and weaker…
California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen
…that agriculture outreach must be tied directly to issues consumers care about: food quality, food safety, environmental stewardship, and labor-friendly production standards. California farmers excel in these areas, he said,…
Trump, Trade & U.S. Beef: Kevin Kester on Cattle Markets
…USDA is moving forward with new sterile fly production facilities in Texas. Some components may be ready soon, but full operational capacity may not arrive until late 2026. Safety Concerns…