Ag Report: First Legislative Session, AFBF National Convention Recap and More!

In this January edition of Arizona Agriculture Connection, Nicole covers key updates from Arizona's 57th legislature, Governor Katie Hobbs's final term priorities on affordability, public education, and water security, as well as the newly designated eighth active management area for water. Governor Hobbs's executive budget proposal includes significant allocations for education, healthcare, child safety, and IT infrastructure for the Department of Agriculture. The episode also addresses the recent Maricopa County Superior Court ruling on the Walapai Valley INA and introduces the newly appointed Arizona Farm Service Agency State Committee members. Additionally, the American Farm Bureau's call for economic assistance to support the farm economy is highlighted.Learn more at MaricopaCountyFB.org.