by Agricultural Council | Apr 24, 2020 | In the Know Newsletter
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...
by Agricultural Council | Apr 14, 2020 | In the Know Newsletter
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...
by Agricultural Council | Mar 26, 2020 | In the Know Newsletter
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...
by Agricultural Council | Mar 19, 2020 | In the Know Newsletter
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...
by Agricultural Council | Feb 15, 2020 | In the Know Newsletter
Capitol Farm Connection Podcast Features Secretary Karen Ross Ag Council President Emily Rooney sits down with California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross in the newest Capitol Farm Connection podcast. Secretary Ross and Emily talk about timely...
by Agricultural Council | Jan 31, 2020 | In the Know Newsletter
Governor Newsom Proposes 2020-2021 State Budget Governor says, “California’s economic growth has fueled the nation’s economy” Governor Gavin Newsom released his proposed $222 billion budget plan for 2020-2021 earlier in January during a nearly three-hour budget...
