SAGE Monterey County
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Locality: Salinas, California
Address: 150 Main St. #130 93901 Salinas, CA, US
Website: sagemonterey.org
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"US Supreme Court has revoked a decade-old California rule inspired by Cesar Chavez, who allowed union organizers to meet agricultural workers in their workplaces. Commercial producers praised the conservative court ruling in favor of property rights and vowed that union representatives would not be deterred."" Follow this link to learn more!"
The drought doesn't just affect our drinking water supply, it also affects agriculture. Follow this link to learn more about this possible solution to. California's ongoing drought.
Agriculture is a major part of the Salinas Valley's economy. Thank you agriculture industry for keeping our economy going, even during unprecedented times.
California was the first state to have collective bargaining rights to farmworrs. A provision gave unions a "right of access" to farm property to recruit workers. On Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court voided that rule, saying it violated growers' private property rights. Learn more by following this link.
The California drought has caused trouble for the Agriculture industry. "Farmers and ranchers are facing major water shortages in the second straight year of drought the new norm in a changing climate. Some farmers already are making difficult choices about which crops to grow and are even tearing out orchards." Follow this link to learn more.
The Biden Administration has proposed a new immigration bill that is estimated to benefit about 1 million undocumented farmworkers. These individuals would be eligible to apply for permanent legal residency if they have worked for at least 100 days in agriculture during 4 of the previous 5 years. Would you support the bill as it is?
Monterey County produces more than half leaf lettuce in the United States!
While most of us have been stuck at home, California's agricultural workers are risking their lives to keep food on our tables. #EssentialSalinasValley
The sustainability of our local resources is vital for our future.
California’s complex water market faces new challenges. https://www.institutionalinvestor.com//californias-complex
First ‘murder hornet’ nest was just eradicated in Washington state. Could they fly to California next? https://www.sfchronicle.com//First-murder-hornet-nest-was-
Trump funnels record subsidies to farmers ahead of election day https://www.nytimes.com//poli/trump-farmers-subsidies.html
Among the Northern Californians surveyed 77% stated that agriculture was most or very important to the quality of life and the economy of California. "We were very pleased to see that so many residents recognized the important work of farmers and farm workers, even before the pandemic," says Chris Valadez, president of the Grower Shipper Association of Central California (GSA). What do you think? https://www.growershipper.com//survey-asks-californians-ab
Organic produce is a vital part of Monterey County's agriculture! Find out more at https://www.sagemonterey.org/ #california #monterey
"California water regulators cut the level at which water suppliers must report detecting perchlorate, a chemical used in rocket fuel, fireworks, airbags, and other products" https://news.bloomberglaw.com//california-restricts-rocket
As extreme heat strains California’s energy grid, flex alert issued. https://www.latimes.com//flex-alert-issued-as-heat-will-on
Buying local can prevent the spread of invasive species and create healthier agricultural environments! To learn more on how you can help Monterey agriculture thrive visit www.sagemonterey.com #monterey #agriculture #buylocal #freshproduce
California sees Zinc as likely successor to Lithium-Ion in energy storage. https://www.forbes.com//california-shifts-attention-from/
USDA opens new $14 billion round of Covid-19 farm aid https://www.bizjournals.com//usda-14-billion-covid-19-farm
California wants cars to run on electricity. It’s going to need a much bigger grid. https://www.wsj.com//california-wants-cars-to-run-on-elect
To learn more fun facts visit www.sagemonterey.org! #monterey #california #agriculture #farming #mexico
After wildfires stop burning, a danger in the drinking water https://www.nytimes.com//scien/wildfires-water-toxins.html
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