This cotton industry organization represents their members in the legal, legislative and regulatory affairs of their respective businesses.
The membership of the Growers Association currently produces 100% of the total cotton produced in California. The total number of cotton growers is estimated to be approximately 750 statewide.
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The California Cotton Ginners and Growers Associations are voluntary agricultural trade associations that proudly represent 100% of all cotton ginners and growers in the state. Our associations represent our members on a variety of issues at both the state and federal level, including air quality, water quality, energy, environmental, labor, taxes, transportation and many others. Our focus is solely on California cotton, which gives us the opportunity to specifically represent the interest of the California cotton industry. With numerous success stories under our belt and many more on the horizon, the associations have gained a reputation for first class representation both locally and statewide.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced increased financial assistance for the Regenerative Pilot Program from $700 million to $1 billion in fiscal year 2027, providing more producers with the opportunity to adopt conservation systems that improve soil health, water quality, and long-term farm resilience. Producers can now apply for assistance with regenerative practices. “Last […]
Earlier this year, a Federal Appeals Court ruled that the Federal 9 ug/m3 PM2.5 ambient air quality standard will stand. As a result, EPA is now warning many states that they could have areas that are in “nonattainment” with EPA’s tightened federal limit for fine particulate matter (PM2.5) that will require tough emissions controls. This […]
A December 31st statutory deadline is coming in to view for the Cal/OSHA Standards Board to adopt a new standard on workplace violence prevention in general industry, as mandated by 2024’s SB 553. Now the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) has released their latest language on the proposed regulation. Another advisory meeting to discuss the […]