Employers Could Bear COVID-19 Costs, Valley GSPs Overly Optimistic, Pandemic Payments Coming in May

April 23, 2020 | Volume 9, Issue 17

Coronavirus Assistance Payments Expected by ‘End of May’

Farmers and ranchers who are struggling with current market conditions can expect coronavirus assistance payments to come next month. Hear more about relief timeline.

Organic Producers Faring Well Despite Upheaval of Food Supply Chain

Organic producers appear to be doing well in navigating the disruption in the food supply chain caused by COVID-19. See how the industry is managing during the pandemic.

KEEPING AGRICULTURE MOVING IN THE ERA OF COVID-19

Agriculture is one of the sectors of the economy dubbed “critical infrastructure,” enabling agricultural operations from the farm gate through the supply chain to maintain operations whenever possible. Click here to learn more.

San Joaquin Valley Groundwater Plans: ‘Probably Not Realistic’

A recent review of groundwater plans for the San Joaquin Valley indicates that the methods for achieving sustainable levels determined by the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act may not be feasible . Read more about sustainability plans.

Newsom Considers Passing Pandemic Cost onto Employers Through Workers’ Compensation

Governor Gavin Newsom is considering an executive order that could significantly increase the cost of workers’ compensation insurance during the COVID-19 pandemic . Hear what the Governor is proposing.