Tag: california
Pollution increases heat-related farmworker danger
- Analysis
Official statistics greatly underreport heat-related deaths among farmworkers in California’s San Joaquin Valley, according to a study by Inside Climate News.
California Avocado Commission names new agency of record
- General News
The California Avocado Commission (CAC) announces that it has selected Curious Plot as its new agency of record
Groundwater regulation: The ins and outs
- Analysis
The New York Times article on water conservation in California’s Pajaro Valley, which I discussed in a previous column, is worth more discussion
Groundwater issues highlight bigger problems
- Analysis
The New York Times is no doubt aiming for a Pulitzer with its multi-article series on groundwater use in America.
Pizza Hut to lay off drivers ahead of California wage hike
- General News
Hundreds of California Pizza Hut franchises plan to lay off delivery drivers ahead of the state’s new $20 per hour minimum wage for fast food workers.
USDA encourages Central Valley growers to apply for water conservation assistance
- General News
Central Valley growers are encouraged to apply for WaterSMART program funding through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
Study finds California ag law reduced working hours, earnings
- General News
Researchers found the losses are consistent with employers restricting hours to avoid paying the higher overtime rates.
Hass Avocado Board announces 2024 executive committee
- General News
The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) has announced its newly elected executive committee members for the 2024 board year
California Walnut Board launches direct-to-consumer marketing campaign
- General News
The California Walnut Board & Commission are launching a marketing campaign to highlight the role of walnuts in the holiday season.
Groundwater lawsuit leads to carrot boycott
- Analysis
A struggle over water rights has led to a carrot boycott in California’s Cuyama Valley north of Santa Barbara. The cause of contention is groundwater rights.