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Newsom signs a bill expanding union rights for farmworkers, shocking advocates

September 28, 2022 | Manola Secaira

Advocates of the bill waited a month for the decision, setting up a vigil outside the capitol after a 335-mile march in August.

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San Joaquin County saw ‘substantial gains’ in 2021 agricultural production

September 19, 2022 | Rich Ibarra

A new report says fruit and nuts made up the highest value crops produced by the county last year, raising over $1.7 billion.

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There aren't enough young farmers. Congress is looking to change that

September 1, 2022

Congressional Democrats and Republicans say ensuring a younger generation of farmers can enter the business is key to upholding local and regional supply chains needed for emergencies, domestic food production and to meet the demand of local food.

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Healthier options on the menu as California begins providing free meals for all students

August 28, 2022

California districts are continuing to offer free meals to all students, and extra funding this year is allowing them to incorporate more healthy, local ingredients

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Interview: Creators of Dinner at Tiger dish on Sacramento cuisine

August 23, 2022 | Randol White

Tony Christian of Tiger Restaurant & Bar and Chef Ryan Royster of Last Supper Society joined CapRadio’s Insight to talk about how their latest collaboration showcases an incredible culinary experience in Sacramento.

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‘Overwhelming’ inflation affecting Sacramento restaurants — and chicken spots may be hit hardest

August 15, 2022 | Randol White

The latest numbers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture echoed the Sacramento experience: Food prices this summer are up as much as 12 percent over last year.

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Study says California employers fail to keep food, farm workers safe from COVID

July 10, 2022

A new report uses Cal/OSHA data to show how California food production employers failed to keep workers safe from COVID-19.

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California’s plan to provide food assistance to undocumented residents leaves some out

June 14, 2022

California will offer food assistance to undocumented people over 55. Advocates want more. They say younger people need help, too.

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Interview: Here’s what you need to know about community fridges in Sacramento

April 1, 2022 | Randol White

If you’ve seen community refrigerators around the city of Sacramento, you may be wondering what they’re all about. Here’s what you need to know.

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Environment

Getting healthy, nutritious foods to California students isn’t easy. First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom is making it her priority issue.

March 21, 2022 | Janelle Salanga | Manola Secaira

The state is working to track progress on efforts to serve students healthier food, and a new “farm-to-school road map for success” report is putting the spotlight on youth food insecurity and literacy.

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