…in terms of, it’s going to go from point A to point B, that’s a problem.” Transportation issues emerged early on during the COVID pandemic and have endured throughout the…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 06-25-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the fresh produce industry continuing to struggle with transportation…
Cal/OSHA Board Waffles on What to Do with Emergency Temporary Standard
…Board approves another set of revisions, employers will still need to comply with current standards for social distancing, masking, outbreak management, and employer-provided housing and transportation. About the Author Brian…
Week in Review: Pallet Shortage Problems & Lt. Governor Hears Farm Water Concerns
Pallet shortages are adding to the list of transportation challenges facing the food and agriculture industry, as growers and shippers struggle to keep up with demand. Several industry leaders recently…
Updates to the Housing for the Harvest as the Pandemic Continues
…to $500 if they quarantine at home, which is new. They also have access to free meals, transportation, wellness checks, laundry service and COVID-19 testing. Listen to the full report below….
Pallet Shortages Create New Transportation Challenge for Agriculture
Pallet shortages are adding to the list of transportation challenges facing the food and agriculture industry. The lack of availability is causing concern within the industry, as growers and shippers…
Week in Review: Mixed Reviews to Newsom Budget, Transport Woes for Ag Exports
The latest budget revision from Governor Gavin Newsom will bring additional support to California’s farmers and ranchers but does not adequately address water issues. Agricultural producers are facing more transportation…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 05-20-21
…efficient transportation infrastructure being essential to ag exports and how the dry weather is impacting California farmers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
Efficient Transportation Infrastructure Essential to Ag Export Strength
Timely transportation is imperative to the strength of American ag exports. Executive Director of the Agriculture Transportation Coalition, Peter Friedmann explained to the California State Board of Food and Agriculture…
Agriculture Facing More Transportation Issues with Trucking Challenges
Agricultural producers are facing more transportation issues as it relates to trucking challenges. The cost of shipping has been steadily increasing over the past year. Additionally, there are reports of…
Ag Exporters: ‘We Need Action Now; Not Additional Studies’
Ag exporters are pushing for decisive action to remedy the situation with shipping container challenges. A group of agricultural and forest product organizations and companies sent a letter to Transportation…
Ag Groups Largely Support $2 Trillion Infrastructure Package
…the National Water Resources Association. The infrastructure package includes several provisions important to agriculture and rural America. Along with investments in transportation infrastructure, the plan includes funding for agricultural research…
COVID Lockdown Proved Reaching Climate Neutrality Maybe a ‘Daunting Task’
…Department of Animal Science at U.C. Davis, Frank Mitloehner said the shut down was a climate experiment like no other. During the time of lock down, most industries and transportation…
Data Shows that Citrus Tarping Having Positive Impact on ACP Movement
…Center found positive results for ACP movement after taking a close look at trapping data. The team analyzed data collected along transportation routes before tarping regulations were put in place…