…the proposed legislation as “particularly draconian,” noting that it aims to eliminate existing state and local standards with no federal substitutes. The controversy arises as lawmakers consider a scaled-back version…
USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
…for more information about the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program can visit the Market Intel page at fb.org. The USDA and AFBF encourage all eligible farmers and ranchers to take action…
APHIS Expands Citrus Greening Quarantine in California
…miles These federal quarantines align with recent CDFA intrastate quarantine updates enacted on May 19, June 17, and July 1, 2025. The expansion impacts approximately 1.44 acres of commercial citrus….
Chad Bianco: “California Is in Crisis—And Agriculture Is Paying the Price”
…agriculture is paying the price.” A COVID-Era Stand That Sparked Statewide Support Bianco gained public attention during the pandemic for rejecting state mandates he felt unfairly hurt small businesses, students,…
Cal/OSHA Staggered Schedules, Mask Rules Proposal Opposed
…the coalition criticized a proposed scheduling model that would limit workforce attendance to 20% on the first day of a wildfire smoke event, increasing to 80% over four days. According…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-27-25
…the existing ag workforce—a workforce that was hailed as essential during COVID but has been left behind by politics ever since. Listeners will hear stories from the field, including families…
Cunha on Immigration, Labor, Regulatory Reform
…Cunha urged Congress and the President to include industry leaders in immigration reform discussions and develop real, actionable solutions. “We fed America during COVID. Now we’re called ‘illegal’? We need…
“My Job Depends On Ag” Celebrates 10 Years of Grassroots Impact
…the phrase stuck—and the decal was born. Erik, a skilled writer, created a Facebook page to let others share their ag-related stories. “We had 22,000 people join in just 30…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-10-25
…Josh celebrate this versatile citrus. From its incredible domestic market impact to fun facts (like how lemon demand slumped during COVID because of restaurant closures), they bring you insights and…
USDA Office Closures Scaled Back Amid Growing Tensions and Revisions
Revised DOGE List Reduces Planned Closures and Projected Savings USDA Office Closures Scaled Back Amid Growing Tensions and Revisions The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will now close fewer than…
Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo Power Panel to Address the Big Ag Issues
…registration page for the registration form and more information about getting in front of the Southeast’s largest growers! Complete details about the seminar sessions are coming soon. Be sure to…
Key Dates for Growers and Agricultural Professionals
…look into the innovations supported by the Almond Board. 🍇 West Coast Smoke Exposure Task Force Summit 📅 Date: July 15, 2025 🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (PST)…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 05-30-25
…California’s ports, noting that vessel cancellations have surpassed those during COVID-19. The Port of Los Angeles reported 17 cancellations in May, up from 12 last year. The conversation also touches…
Lipstick Farmer on “559 Farm Train”
…do Undercover Billionaire by Glenn Stearns, you know, who’s a great guy, and it was Discovery Network, a really big opportunity for me. It happened to be during COVID. So,…
