Ag Report: A New Year and New Opportunities for Arizona Agriculture

In the latest edition of Arizona Agriculture Connection, listeners are welcomed back after the New Year celebrations. The upcoming legislative session, starting January 11th, is highlighted, with over 200 bills already introduced. The Workplace Heat Safety Task Force has submitted their recommendations for heat safety guidelines to the Industrial Commission of Arizona. Important representatives from the agriculture sector were part of this task force. Additionally, the Board of Regents has allocated $3 million to establish a hub for agricultural innovation to develop water-efficient technologies. The Blue and Gold Gala benefiting the Arizona FFA Foundation is scheduled for January 31st in Glendale. Tickets are still available for purchase or digital participation via silent auction.Learn more at MaricopaCountyFB.org.