Child labor laws in agriculture would raise required age

A new law introduced by a California congressman would raise the minimum legal age of child workers in agriculture from 12 to ...

State lawmakers tour Ventura farm, discuss raids on agriculture industry

A group of lawmakers gathered at a Ventura farm Nov. 18 to discuss the effects of federal immigration policy on agriculture.
KESQ

Local agriculture continues to struggle with high labor costs, import competition

Local farmers and agriculture leaders gathered in Coachella Thursday to share the challenges they've been facing in the ...
The Business Journal

Report: California dairy drives $23.2B in economic impact

California's dairy industry contributed $23.2 billion to the state's gross domestic product in 2024 and supported more than 150,000 jobs, according to a new University of California, Davis study. The ...
Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Wilson brings science to California’s high-priority crops

Based at the Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center near Fresno, UC Cooperative Extension specialist Houston ...

CalFresh program boosts fruit, vegetable access. Budget limits expansion in California

As Thanksgiving approaches, California's CalFresh Fruit and Vegetable EBT Program, vital for low-income families, seeks dedicated funding amid budget uncertainty.
The Business Journal

Fresno State alumna hired to lead California Farm Water Coalition

The California Farm Water Coalition announced the selection of Michelle Paul as its next executive director. Paul will replace Mike Wade, who is retiring in February 2026 from the position he has held ...
University of California

The 4-H alumni keeping California farming strong

Kids join 4-H to have fun, learn new skills, and give back — so it’s no surprise the UC-administered program’s alumni continue to make an impact in so many California communities today.