by Agricultural Council | Jan 4, 2023 | Advocacy in Action, In the Know Newsletter
The California Energy Commission (CEC) is soliciting applications for the Food Production Investment Program (FPIP), which is a matching state grant helping California food processors implement energy efficient technologies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions...
by Agricultural Council | Jan 3, 2023 | In the Know Newsletter
The Agricultural Labor Relations Board (ALRB) released guidance regarding the implementation of AB 2183 (known to many as “card check”) on December 28. Under the ALRB guidance, employers can register to enter into a labor peace compact under the new labor code...
by Agricultural Council | Dec 15, 2022 | Advocacy in Action, In the Know Newsletter
In partnership with multiple associations, Ag Council announces the launch of a website to access information about the new California Small Agricultural Business Drought Relief Grant Program created by the State of California. Many of those who supply and provide...
by Agricultural Council | Dec 9, 2022 | In the Know Newsletter
To protect domestic wells, provide drought relief, and create flexibility within the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) process, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) is offering a new, short-term land fallowing program in certain Groundwater...
by Agricultural Council | Nov 30, 2022 | In the Know Newsletter
Ag Council announces a request for proposals (RFP) from individuals interested in developing agricultural career pathways at California Community Colleges. Ag Council seeks to fill three regional director positions to implement the Agricultural Workforce Development...
by Agricultural Council | Oct 26, 2022 | In the Know Newsletter
Soak up knowledge from Sites Project Authority Executive Director Jerry Brown (no relation to former Gov. Jerry Brown) in the newest Capitol Farm Connection podcast. Jerry discusses the timeline, funding, as well as the water supply and environmental benefits of the...