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AWC Calls on Senate to Act on Ag Immigration Reform

Following passage of the Farm Workforce Modernization Act (FWMA) last week in the U.S. House of Representatives, the steering committee of the Agriculture Workforce Coalition (AWC) called on the U.S. Senate to develop and pass legislation addressing the labor crisis faced by agriculture.

Cory Lunde Mar 23 2021 in Immigration

Western Growers Statement on House Passage of Farm Workforce Modernization Act

IRVINE, Calif. (March 18, 2021) – In response to the passage of the Farm Workforce Modernization Act in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 247-174, Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia issued the following statement:

Cory Lunde Mar 18 2021 in

AZ Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Applications Now Being Accepted

The Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA) is accepting applications for the 2021 AZ Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) until 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021.

In an effort to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Arizona, AZDA will be providing financial assistance to state and/or local organizations, government entities, producer associations, academia, community-based organizations, and other specialty crop stakeholders.

Chardae Heim Mar 18 2021 in Agriculture

Robert Sakata Appointed to Colorado Water Conservation Board

Robert Sakata, owner of Sakata Family Farms and a Western Growers member, now sits on the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), playing a significant role in finding innovative solutions to the state’s increasing water demands. Sakata was appointed by Colorado Governor Jared Polis and was officially sworn into the CWCB on Wednesday, March 10, for a 2021 – 2024 term.

Stephanie Metzinger Mar 18 2021 in Agriculture

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