by Agricultural Council | Apr 28, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
With early May deadlines approaching for policy committees to hear and report bills, the State Legislature continues to consider an onslaught of legislation in its policy committee hearing process. Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas announced four new select committees on...
by Agricultural Council | Apr 28, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
— On April 5, 2025, the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) initiated the rulemaking process to identify “high-priority pesticides,” which may warrant increased use restrictions, registration cancellation, and/or expedited registration of...
by Agricultural Council | Apr 7, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
By Ag Council President Emily Rooney — California’s policy landscape is shifting. While the state remains deeply progressive, we see a more moderated approach on key issues. Even among those elected and appointed officials who have long championed strict...
by Agricultural Council | Apr 3, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
— Ag Council is pleased to announce our newly elected Board of Directors Executive Committee. We thank the group for their willingness to serve. Chair Melissa Frank, The Wonderful Company Vice Chair Blake Smittcamp, Wawona Frozen Foods Secretary Manpreet...
by Agricultural Council | Apr 3, 2025 | In the Know Newsletter
Ag Council recently held its 106th Annual Meeting in Napa, March 17-19 in conjunction with CoBank’s Pacific West Customer meeting. The event featured presentations from various legislative and regulatory decision-makers, as well as business leaders. The event kicked...
