California
Curriculum development begins immediately, will be fully implemented by June 2025, and will assist 2,750 students and specially train 330 professors in California colleges.
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With California's new composting laws in effect, a working group of multiple regulatory agencies has provided online resources to help growers compost in compliance.
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Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson also mentions that the over 20,000 small farms should have a voice in any 'save the farm' programs that are part of the $286.4 billion budget.
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Though California reservoirs are still below average storage for the time of year, the numerous storms at the start of the season has the state seeing up to 160% of average snowpack.
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Almond Board of California is encouraging growers to use the Introduction to Groundwater Recharge guide, which is designed for those wanting to learn more about how to use their land to recharge aquifers.
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Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross doesn't accept the notion that legislators simply don't understand the industry, and believes agriculture needs to be more valued and respected.
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Participating for the fourth year in a row, Blue Diamond's float will feature four grower families dedicated to environmentally responsible farming, and will feature iconic almond blossoms.
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The bid for a preliminary injunction was denied, with the court saying worker protections outweigh the burden placed on employers to provide safety. A revised version of the rule goes into effect Jan. 14.
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Recommendations for fluopyram-based fungicides change after lowered maximum residue levels imposed by the European Union.
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This research is important for informing and shaping policy concerning California's upcoming Sustainable Groundwater Management Act.
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