Policy & Regulations

Almonds 2025: Q&A with California Almond Board’s Clarice Turner

Clarice Turner, president and CEO of the Almond Board of California, shares insights on the state of the almond industry in early 2025. ... more »

State of the pistachio industry: American Pistachio Growers works to drive demand

The current state of the pistachio industry is positive. Read how American Pistachio Growers is driving global demand for pistachios in 2025. ... more »

State of the walnut industry: Navigating challenges and seizing oppportunities

Projections for the 2025 walnut market are strong. Get insights from the California Walnut Commission on pricing, demand and more trends. ... more »

Contested filing requirement reinstated 

After a court ruling reinstated a contested filing requirement, businesses owners face a Jan. 13 deadline to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). On Dec. 23, the U.S. Court of Appeals ... more »

Funding increased, caps raised, application deadline extended for speciality crops program

The USDA has increased funding for the Marketing for Specialty Crops (MASC) program and extended the application deadline. Learn how you can apply. more »

Individuals appointed to USDA organic standards board 

Five individuals have been appointed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB). The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has appointed five indust... more »

Commentary: Boot camp helps women learn to advocate for agriculture

When you get called by the media for an interview, do you know how to answer the tough questions? Do you know how to talk about what Farm Bureau is and what it represents? Do you know how to cre... more »

US DOL increases AEWR rates

New Adverse Effect Wage rates have been released by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The rates cover the employment of temporary H-2A agricultural workers by state. The increased rates go int... more »