CDFA reported that the referendum to continue the Commission for another five years passed with strong support.
Here are the stats:
More than 69% of the handlers voted and 36% of the growers cast a ballot. These are high levels of participation for programs under CDFA.
By Tim Kelleher
California rice growers are shaking their heads over the different payments in the two USDA/FSA revenue protection programs: PLC (Price Loss Coverage) and ARC (Agricultural Risk Coverage).
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Tim Kelleher has updated the 2026 decision tool to assist growers in selecting the best program for them this growing season. The ARC & PLC Payment Calculators spreadsheet can be found on the CalRiceNews.org homepage.
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Memorial services for Congressman Doug LaMalfa have been announced. Details can be found below.
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