Category: Policy & Regulations
USDA announces Adrienne Wojciechowski as assistant secretary for congressional relations
Wojciechowski has a long track record of working at the federal level to advocate for agriculture, conservation and climate efforts. Her former legislative experience and record on top issues of concern to USDA make her uniquely positioned for this role.
First reviews of local sustainable groundwater plans released in California
California Department of Water Resources has released reviews of four local plans, approving two and returning the others to the respective agencies for improvement in order to meet the requirements of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act.
EPA, Army to revisit controversial ‘waters of the US’ definition
A broad array of stakeholders are seeing destructive impacts to critical water bodies, particularly in areas that no longer require certain permits.
National coalition pushes for water management portfolio through legislation
A coalition representing nearly one-third of the all agricultural production in the U.S. warns that changing hydrological conditions and increased populations may jeopardize the future of water infrastructure in the West.
California policymakers pursuing ‘ill-defined’ DPR spending plan
A proposed mill tax increase on products registered with the California Department of Pesticide Regulation has growers crying foul.
‘Big, systematic issues’ at stake with California water shortages
While individuals can make water-conscious decisions at home, urban use only accounts for about 10% of water use. Solving the water issue is a much larger endeavor.
Water measurement and reporting course offered by UCCE May 20
Completing the course could allow for self-certification for California water rights holders who divert more than 10 acre feet per year.
Growers can apply to join 5 million acres in conservation easements
Growers can contact their local USDA service center to enroll for a farmland easement on eligible land, protecting the land from urban encroachment.
Renewed market opportunities for US almonds in Algeria reported
Algeria doesn’t produce a lot of tree nuts, but does consume a large amount. The ban adjustment for imports could mean business for US exporters.
$22.7B allocated for ag interests in the COVID-19 relief plan
The latest stimulus package looks to protect the food supply chain, help disadvantaged farmers, address food insecurity and more.
Reforms to H-2A program, merit-based visas part of bill reintroduction program
After eight months of negotiations in 2019, it became the first agriculture labor reform legislation to pass the House of Representatives since 1986.
American Pistachio Growers add new government relations director
Cadee Condit is bringing her legislative and regulatory experience to help protect the future of agriculture.
