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Trump Administration Announces Expedited Congressionally Mandated Disaster Assistance for Farmers
Washington, D.C., July 9, 2025 – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced [July 9, 2025] that agricultural producers who suffered eligible crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for $16 billion in assistance through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP). To expedite the implementation of SDRP, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is…
Western Growers 2025 Annual Meeting
The Western Growers 99th Annual Meeting, is taking place Nov. 9–12, 2025, at the legendary Hotel del Coronado—San Diego’s iconic beachside resort. Each year, the Annual Meeting brings together key decision-makers from the fresh produce industry—growers, shippers, processors and industry allies—for three days of powerful networking, insightful sessions and unforgettable…
Specialty Crops Grateful for Vital Investments Included in H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 2, 2025) – The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement today reacting to the House passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. "We are grateful to Chairmen Thompson and Boozman and their staffs for advancing these vital investments in specialty crops, which the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance has advocated for since 2023.…
Cybersecurity Resources for Ag Operations
Over the years, Western Growers has published a series of articles to help members understand the risks of cyberattacks and how to take practical steps to protect their business. Explore the cybersecurity resources below: Is Your Company Covered in Case of Cyberattack? FBI Warns of Increased Cybersecurity Threats During Planting and Harvest Seasons How Does Cyber Risk Impact My…
Western Growers Assurance Trust Announces Rebrand to Western Growers Health
IRVINE, CALIF. (July 1, 2025) - Western Growers Assurance Trust, the leading provider of healthcare solutions for the agricultural industry, is rebranding to Western Growers Health. This transformation reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to innovation, service, and addressing the evolving needs of agricultural employers and their employees. Since its founding in 1957, Western…
Specialty Crops Grateful for Vital Investments in U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee’s Reconciliation Draft
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 12, 2025) – The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement today reacting to the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry's release of legislative text for the budget reconciliation package. "We are grateful to Chairman Boozman and his staff for advancing these vital investments in specialty crops that the Specialty…
The Reservoir and Tanimura & Antle Dedicate 40 Acres to Accelerate AgTech Innovation in Salinas Valley
Reservoir Farms On-Farm Technology Incubator Connects Salinas Farmland and Silicon Valley The Reservoir, a California company developing a new system for agricultural technology innovation, has secured a long-term lease for Reservoir Farms, its nonprofit on-farm startup incubator, on 40 acres of farmland in Salinas, California, in partnership with Tanimura & Antle, one of America's…
Update on Implementation of CARB’s Zero-Emission Forklift Regulation
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) shared a bulletin this week to notify the public of its implementation of the Zero-Emission Forklift (ZEF) regulation. The bulletin reads: "The purpose of this advisory is to notify the public on CARB's implementation of the ZEF regulation, since CARB has not yet sought authorization from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) for the…
Specialty Crops Call on Senate to Maintain Vital Investments in Budget Reconciliation Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 22, 2025) – The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. House of Representatives passage of the budget reconciliation bill: "Our message could not be simpler: Whenever Congress invests in American agriculture, it must include specialty crops. As the Senate begins its budget reconciliation process and…
The Reservoir and Western Growers Open Applications for Agtech Robotics Incubator in the Salinas Valley
First-of-its-kind on-farm incubator offers real-world testing and farmer insight SALINAS, CALIF. (May 14, 2025) - Reservoir and Western Growers today announced the opening of applications for membership at Reservoir Farms, the pioneering on-farm robotics incubator in California’s Salinas Valley. This first-of-its-kind facility empowers California growers and agtech startups to co-develop,…
Specialty Crops Grateful for Vital Investments in U.S. House Agriculture Committee’s Reconciliation Draft
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 13, 2025) – The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement today reacting to the U.S. House Agriculture Committee's release of draft text per the House Budget Committee’s reconciliation instructions: "We are grateful to Chairman GT Thompson and his staff for advancing these vital investments in specialty crops that the Specialty Crop…
Ag Groups File Brief Supporting Supreme Court Hearing Glyphosate Case
Western Growers, along with other groups representing farmers across the United States have filed a brief encouraging the U.S. Supreme Court to hear a case on labeling for glyphosate and other pesticides. The groups, which represent a broad swath of agriculture and cover more than 300 million acres, argue glyphosate is a “once-in-a-century” herbicide given its effectiveness at controlling…
U.S. District Court Judge Temporarily Blocks Border Patrol’s Opt-In-Arrest Tactics in California
WG Thanks VCAA President/General Counsel Rob Roy for allowing us to share this article. On April 29, 2025, the U.S. District Court, (Eastern District) issued an injunction restraining the Border Patrol and its agents from engaging in certain activities relative to detentions/stops and warrantless arrests of individuals located with the geographical of the Easter District Court. This Order…
Bipartisan House Members Reintroduce the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2025
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representatives Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-18), Dan Newhouse (R-WA-04), Mike Simpson (R-ID-02), Jim Costa (D-CA-21), David Valadao (R-CA-22), and Adam Gray (D-CA-13) reintroduced the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, H.R. 3227, which creates a workforce solution for America's agriculture industry, one of the most critical sectors of the national economy. The bill, which passed…
Trade Impact Survey: Help Us Understand the Impact of the Trade War
Western Growers is actively working to address market access challenges as ongoing trade disputes continue to impact agricultural exports. To strengthen our advocacy efforts, we’ve launched the Tariff Impact Survey to assess the current and anticipated impact on our members and their companies. The survey is now available on our Tariff Updates page, your central hub for the latest…
Specialty Crops to Receive $1.3 Billion in Second Round of USDA Initiative
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 29, 2025) – The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement of a second round of payments through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program. “The USDA’s MASC program is an important step in providing urgently needed assistance to specialty…
New U.S. Tariffs Announced: Key Changes Taking Effect This Month
April 10 Update: President Donald J. Trump paused the country-specific tariffs for 90 days, except for China. The 10 percent universal baseline tariff on all imports remains in place. This pause until approximately July 9, 2025 allegedly gives the Administration time to negotiate with various countries that have expressed interest in addressing U.S. trade deficit and barrier concerns. On…
Webinar: Resources for California Agricultural Employers: Rights and Responsibilities
The California Department of Food and Agriculture, in partnership with the California Labor Commissioner’s Office and the American Business Immigration Coalition, invites you to an informative webinar designed to help agricultural employers navigate key federal and state regulations. Get the latest updates on I-9 audits, worksite enforcement, and worker protections to ensure compliance and…
Sens. Padilla and Tillis Lead Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Access to Agriculture Disaster Relief for Specialty Crop Growers
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As farming communities across the country recover from recent natural disasters, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), along with Representatives Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.-19), Kat Cammack (R-Fla.-03), Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.-18), and Austin Scott (R-Ga.-08), announced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to improve access to federal agriculture…
Facts and FAQs: U.S. Tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China—What You Need to Know
Updated April 10, 2025 President Donald J. Trump has paused the country-specific tariffs for 90 days, except for China. The 10 percent universal baseline tariff on all imports remains in place. This pause until approximately July 9, 2025 allegedly gives the Administration time to negotiate with various countries that have expressed interest in addressing U.S. trade deficit and barrier…