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The Lame Duck Period Could Make or Break H2A Reform

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Mykel Bickham, Director of Government Affairs at Edge Dairy Cooperative says the period between elections in November and the new congress in January, known as the Lame Duck period, is a really important time for issues like H2A reform. With the House flipping to republicans, an immigration bill is less likely to pass if it rolls into the new congress.

Fate of The Farm Workforce Modernization Act During the Lame Duck Period

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Let’s dive into how the election results can impact current bills that are sitting between the House and the Senate… for example, a very important one to all of agriculture, The Farm Workforce Modernization Act.

Using Artificial Intelligence to Protect Bees

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Researchers on the west coast put the power of artificial intelligence to good use to protect bees from pesticides.

Drought & Rail Strike “Perfect Storm” for Shippers

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Shipping challenges continue to make life difficult for farmers and sellers who need to move commodities to overseas markets. Mike Seyfert, president and CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association, says the falling levels on U.S. waterways plus the threat of a potential railroad strike is almost a perfect storm.

FMC Friday Growing the Biological Portfolio

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I’m in Kansas City for the National Association of Farm Broadcasting annual meeting, and I got to catch up FMC Biological Subject Matter Expert Matthew Pye.

USDA to Invest $73 Million to Bolster U.S. Supply Chain

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Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the USDA is investing $73 million in 21 projects through the first round of the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program. Vilsack says the funds distributed under the program are intended to help increase production capacity across the supply chain.

California Fresh Produce Growers Suffer a Labor Crisis Part 2

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Welcome back to our discussion on the issue of farm labor shortages in the fresh produce sector. The fresh produce industry has struggled to obtain a sufficient amount of farm labor for a long time, and unlike other crops, fresh produce still requires humans, and lots of them, to harvest delicate fruits and vegetables.

California Fresh Produce Growers Suffer a Labor Crisis

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The issue of farm labor shortages is nothing new to producers in California. While the issue might have been spotlighted during the pandemic, the fresh produce industry has struggled to obtain a sufficient amount of farm labor for a long time.

Unlike other crops, fresh produce still requires humans, and lots of them, to harvest delicate fruits and vegetables.

Trade Your Crop Byproducts for Electricity

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California ag producers pay the most for electricity compared to those in any other state. With production costs already at an all-time high, one renewable energy company says it can offer relief by converting your biomass waste into electricity.

FMC Friday Altacor eVo Insect Control Squashes Naval Orange Worms

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Welcome back and thanks for joining us again for our weekly FMC Friday report! This FMC Friday is brought to you by Altacor eVo insect control powered by Rynaxypyr active. Don’t let Lepidopteran pests go unpunished.

Be Grape Wise on Winter Weed Management

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With today’s special Grape Wise report from Helena Agri-Enterprises, I’m Corryn La Rue with California Ag Today. We are joined by Paul Crout, Helena Agronomist for the Western Division.

Labor Shortages Stunt CA Ag Growth

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An ag labor bill sits in the senate waiting for action after being passed through the House of Representatives earlier this year. The Farm Workforce Modernization Act would significantly improve California’s ag labor shortages, and bolster food production in the state.

FMC Friday with Altacor eVo Insect Control

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As we kick off the month of November California Ag Today is starting something new, we will be joined by experts for an FMC Friday special report. This FMC Friday is brought to you by Altacor eVo insect control powered by Rynaxypyr active. Don’t let Lepidopteran pests go unpunished.

USDA to Invest $73 Million to Bolster U.S. Supply Chain

California Ag Today
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the USDA is investing $73 million in 21 projects through the first round of the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program. Vilsack says the funds distributed under the program are intended to help increase production capacity across the supply chain.

CA FFA Ag Issues Team Competes at National Convention

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More than 60 thousand ag students are back at home following the National FFA Convention last week. I spoke with Gridley FFA student Becca Hamman, who traveled with her team from California to Indiana for the annual convention.

Labor Shortages Stunt CA Ag Growth

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An ag labor bill sits in the senate waiting for action after being passed through the House of Representatives earlier this year. The Farm Workforce Modernization Act would significantly improve California’s ag labor shortages, and bolster food production in the state.

Farm Safety During California Harvest

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You might be listening to this in the cab of a tractor, hard at work to finish harvesting. But before you put it in high gear and rush down rows or fields, let’s take a minute to remember the importance of farm safety.

More on the 2022 National FFA Convention

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As the 2022 FFA National Convention kicks off, it’s a great time to highlight the value of agriculture education, guiding the next generation of producers, ranchers, and agriculture leaders.

Don’t Skip Farm Safety During Harvest

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Harvest is a busy time of year, and often a rush against mother nature to get all the crops out of the field. However, it’s important to stop and think about your safety and the safety of others.

The 2022 National FFA Convention Kicks Off

California Ag Today
As the 2022 FFA National Convention kicks off, it’s a great time to highlight the value of agriculture education, guiding the next generation of producers, ranchers, and agriculture leaders.

Beef Up Your Children’s Nutrition Intake

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According to nutrition experts, many children- especially teenagers- are falling short on key nutrients found in animal proteins such as iron and vitamins B6 and B12. Executive Director of Nutrition Science, Health and Wellness for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Shalene McNeill, joins us.

Cattlemen Urge EPA to Wait for Supreme Court WOTUS Ruling

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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is urging the Biden administration to press pause on a new Waters of the U.S. rule.

Parts Shortage Leaves Ag Manufacturers Playing Catch-Up

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Ag manufacturers continue to struggle for parts to assemble their products. Dr. Kanlaya Barr is director of corporate economics with John Deere.