California Assemblymember Robert Rivas introduced a bill that will aid farmworkers during the COVID-19 pandemic titled “California Farmworker COVID-19 Relief Package.” Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia who is partnering with Rivas on …
$5 Billion in Relief Sought for Produce Market Stabilization Program
A significant number of industry groups are seeking financial relief for the produce supply chain through a comprehensive Produce Market Stabilization Program. Nearly 90 industry organizations representing a variety of …
Farmer Relief Fund from American Farmland Trust Aims to Help Ag
American Farmland Trust (AFT) has established the Farmer Relief Fund as a way to help producers who are struggling with the conditions created by COVID-19. Initially launched on March 24, …
Spring Cattle Work Calls for COVID-19 Precautions
The COVID-19 pandemic has much of the California population staying home in an effort to reduce the spread of the virus. Across the state, many grocery stores have had shelves …
Online Grocery Shopping More than Doubles During Pandemic
After a survey of U.S. households, it looks like concerns about coronavirus exposure have had a significant impact on the number of consumers doing their grocery shopping online. The Brick …
Dozens of Ag Groups Ask for Regulatory Pause During Pandemic
Nearly 40 industry groups representing various agricultural commodities are asking for a regulatory pause as California addresses issues related to COVID-19. In a letter addressed to Governor Gavin Newsom, the …
Pandemic Markets Continue Roller Coaster Season for California Citrus
It’s been an up and down season for California citrus, and pandemic shopping waves are increasing that trend. News of Chinese tariff reductions in early March was a break for …
Farm Safety Practices Adapt to Protect Workers from Coronavirus Risk
Agricultural operations throughout California are adopting new farm safety practices to help limit exposure risks. Farm employers have been dispersing critical safety information to workers and implementing new protocols to …
Almond Update: Carbohydrate Dynamics Research in Upcoming Webinar
The Almond Board of California has continued its online education through webinars during COVID-19 restrictions, and an upcoming session will focus on a potential new tool for the industry. Several years …
New Payroll Protection Program for Small Business
A new payroll protection program is available to small business through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act also known as the CARES Act. When the COVID-19 relief act …
COVID-19 Delays Events at the International Agri-Center®
Tulare, CA • April 1, 2020 – As of March 16, 2020, all events scheduled at the International Agri-Center® were postponed or canceled in accordance with COVID-19 safety measures. “We …
Shifting Focus: Avocados Rethink Promoting Industry Amidst COVID-19
The current restrictions surrounding the ongoing pandemic is changing how associations promote their industries. The COVID-19 social distancing and shelter at home recommendations are impacting everyday life around the state, …
Farmers’ Markets Remain Open in Most Areas
Amidst efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19, many farmers’ markets remain open for consumers. Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a shelter in place order to California, resulting in the …
Foodservice Down, But ‘Brisk’ Fresh Avocado Market Helping
A ‘brisk’ fresh avocado market is making up for some issues due to COVID-19. The order for Americans to stay at home to help slow down the spread of the …