U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is on a West Coast tour. On Tuesday (Feb. 13), he visited the World Ag Expo in Tulare, answering questions during a Town Hall. He then spoke with GV Wire, for the latest in our "Take 5" series. Among the subjects Perdue discussed: The future...
They Put the 'World' in World Ag Expo
There's a reason why it's called the "World" Ag Expo. The 51st mega farm show is now taking place in Tulare. GV Wire talked to some of the event's international exhibitors to get their take on such topics as Donald Trump and tri-tip sandwiches in the video above.
They Put the 'World' in World Ag Expo
There's a reason why it's called the "World" Ag Expo. The 51st mega farm show is now taking place in Tulare. GV Wire talked to some of the event's international exhibitors to get their take on such topics as Donald Trump and tri-tip sandwiches in the video above.
Failed Immigration Policies Put Farmers at Severe Risk
In the United States, as in many prosperous nations, foreign workers play a critical role in the production of our nation’s food supply. As Congress struggles with the contentious issue of illegal immigration, it is important that legislators consider the disastrous consequence if no workers show up to grow, harvest and ship...
Failed Immigration Policies Put Farmers at Severe Risk
In the United States, as in many prosperous nations, foreign workers play a critical role in the production of our nation’s food supply. As Congress struggles with the contentious issue of illegal immigration, it is important that legislators consider the disastrous consequence if no workers show up to grow, harvest and ship...
Can 2018 Farm Bill Get the Job Done in Trump Tax Cuts Era?
Since the turn of the year, Congress and the Trump administration have been haggling over legislative priorities for 2018. Many issues are on the agenda, from health care to infrastructure, but there has been little mention of a key priority: The 2018 farm bill. This comprehensive food and agriculture legislation...
Can 2018 Farm Bill Get the Job Done in Trump Tax Cuts Era?
Since the turn of the year, Congress and the Trump administration have been haggling over legislative priorities for 2018. Many issues are on the agenda, from health care to infrastructure, but there has been little mention of a key priority: The 2018 farm bill. This comprehensive food and agriculture legislation...
Farm Leader Makes Passionate Plea for Immigration Reform
 Every day thousands of people wake up before the sun rises, pack their lunches, and drive or carpool their way to work. Some toil underneath the hot sun, while others are inside feverishly packing perishable items to make sure they make their cross-country or ocean voyage in time. Six...
Farm Leader Makes Passionate Plea for Immigration Reform
 Every day thousands of people wake up before the sun rises, pack their lunches, and drive or carpool their way to work. Some toil underneath the hot sun, while others are inside feverishly packing perishable items to make sure they make their cross-country or ocean voyage in time. Six...
Feds Seek to Pump More Delta Water to Valley
Central Valley farms could see increased water deliveries in future years if Trump administration officials have their way. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation announced plans Friday to "evaluate alternatives that maximize water deliveries" through the Central Valley Project. In a statement, the Bureau referenced "state and federal regulator actions" that...