May 1, 2020

Gov. Newsom Shines Light on Food Insecurity and Highlights Efforts by Ag Council Members Governor Gavin Newsom introduced initiatives to fight hunger in California this week and placed a spotlight on Ag Council members helping to address food insecurity in California....

April 24, 2020

Governor Takes Action Through Executive Order Executive Order on Sick Leave Amid the pandemic, Governor Gavin Newsom continues to release state directives through executive order.  On April 16, the governor announced supplemental two week paid sick leave for food...

April 13, 2020

Special Report: California’s Policy Response to COVID-19 Work in Sacramento may be occurring remotely, but developments are happening at a rapid pace. Executive Orders from Governor Gavin Newsom, new guidance from state regulatory agencies, and shifting...

March 26, 2020

Governments Coordinate to Keep Food Moving to Consumers By Ag Council President Emily Rooney As COVID-19 cases increase across California, state government and local jurisdictions leapt into action with a variety of measures to manage the crisis, minimize its impacts...

March 19, 2020

State Recognizes Food Supply as Critical Infrastructure During COVID-19 Crisis Recognizing the crucial role of food and agriculture during the COVID-19 response, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) in collaboration with the California Department...