Executive Order Prepares for Future Flooding, New Tomato Cost Study, Canadian Import Requirements for Lettuce

August 10, 2023 | Volume 12, Issue 32

Blue Diamond USDA Climate-Smart Grant Program Launches

Blue Diamond Growers is expanding their sustainability efforts with support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Learn about the program.

Canadian Import Requirements for Romaine Returning This Fall

Canada will once again be implementing additional import requirements for romaine lettuce from the Salinas Valley region. Read about the requirements.

New Study Highlights Increased Production Costs for Processing Tomatoes

A new study from the UC Davis Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and UC Cooperative Extension highlights production cost increases for processing tomatoes. See what the study shows.

Clean Air Act Does Not Impede the Right to Repair

EPA Administrator Michael Regan noted that the Clean Air Act highlights Congress’ concern regarding attempts by manufacturers to impede the ability to repair equipment. Learn more about the issue.

Executive Order Expedites Levee Repair and Prepares for the Next Wet Season

An executive order was recently signed by Governor Gavin Newsom to help California better prepare for the next wet season. See what the order entails.