…of our crops, their insights, their observations aren’t being recorded in a way that we can utilize and leverage down the decision-making value chain. That’s a huge issue and we…
How to Help in the Fight Against Destructive Pest
How to help in the fight against destructive pests that threaten the nation’s food supply, forests, and natural resources. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. False codling moth is…
AB 125 Receiving Support from Multiple Farm Groups
…to health foods. “This bond represents the largest investment in sustainable and organic agriculture in the state’s history,” CCOF CEO Kelly Damewood said in a news release. “By strengthening supply…
Dismal Snowpack Survey Reflects Third Driest Year on Record
…Surveys and Water Supply Forecasting Section. “Additionally, our statewide automated snow sensor network is reporting 59 percent of average to date.” California’s water storage levels are also similarly lower than…
Rabobank Report: Pork Supply Chain Faces Challenges with Prop 12
…the substantial disruption coming to the pork supply chain. According to Rabobank Senior Analyst – Animal Protein, Christine McCracken, “producers are reluctant to make the costly investments needed to comply…
Report Highlights Concerns About Food System Concentration
Food system concentration was highlighted early-on in the COVID-19 pandemic. Breakdowns in the food supply chain exposed areas that can be improved and emphasized the effects of consolidation within the…
Bond Legislation Introduced to Improve California Food System
…come.” The bond legislation seeks to advance economic recovery from the pandemic while strengthening California’s food supply chain. Investments would be made over a period of five years. A significant…
USDA Rounding Out Fundamental Staff Appointments
…“Sandra’s deep experience in food safety will strengthen USDA’s dedication to ensuring a safe, secure food supply for consumers and help to protect the safety of federal meat inspectors and…
DWR Issues Allocation Reduction for State Water Project
…second dry year for California and that is having a significant impact on our water supply,” DWR Director Karla Nemeth said in a press release. “The Department of Water Resources…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…proclamation. “America’s agriculture sector safeguards our Nation’s lands through sustainable management; ensures the health and safety of animals, plants, and people; provides a safe and abundant food supply; and facilitates…
‘First Receiver’ Sticking Point for New Food Safety Rule
…‘First Receiver in the rule. “It’s defined as the first entity to take possession and ownership of the product beyond the farm,” said Vice President of Supply Chain and Sustainability Ed Treacy….
Food Traceability Proposed Rule Raises Concerns from Industry Members
…Foods, establishes enhanced recordkeeping standards for foods on the Food Traceability List. Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Vice President of Supply Chain and Sustainability, Ed Treacy said the proposal is a…
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
…weighed in with their support for the bills. “Farmers and ranchers already face unpredictable challenges beyond our control yet persevere to protect our nation’s supply of food, fiber and renewable…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
…supply chain.” The COVID relief legislation includes several provisions that will benefit the agricultural sector and rural communities. American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist, John Newton has indicated that nearly…