IVVGA represents a growing industry. We speak with a unified voice in order to provide our nation with the safest, freshest, & most nutritious fruits/vegetables
Imperial County, CA
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Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
How in the world have we allowed ag water use to be considered a competitor to M&I and environmental water uses? Last time I checked, ag is a business, provides habitat to a wide variety of critters, and from what I can tell people still like to eat!
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
The LGMA board will now require its members to assess their fields to determine if risks such as proximity to animal operations exist. For fields that meet these criteria, it will be required to test product samples to determine if pathogens are present." bit.ly/2VrrXau
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
"As we celebrate #NationalNutritionMonth, this study is a strong example of why health experts everywhere agree that we should all eat more fruits and vegetables every day." bit.ly/3v5gdb1
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Housing for Harvest:
If you are a farmworker or food processing worker who has tested positive for COVID-19 (or exposed) to COVID-19, you may be able to receive quarantine support and stay in a free hotel room.
Call (442) 228-0198 to see if you qualify for a free hotel room.
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
To those who:
Do
Dig
Sow
Milk
Pick
Lead
Herd
Feed
Care
Grow
Plant
Shear
Water
Teach
Ranch
Shovel
Inspire
Deliver
Irrigate
Manage
Harvest
Produce
Innovate
Dedicate
Cultivate
Conserve
Persevere
Take Risks
Contribute
Work Hard
🇺🇸 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 🇺🇸
#NationalFarmersDay
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Today, we celebrate the individuals who dedicate their lives to feeding & fueling the world ❤️ #NationalFarmersDay
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
The Secretary of Commerce has announced a target date of October 5, 2020 to conclude 2020 Census self-response and field data collection operations.
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Our IID Candidate Forums will be conducted via Zoom. The webinar will be recorded and posted to social media, our website, and will be available through KXO's podcast. Audience questions can be submitted through the forms that can be found at colabimperial.com/elections-….
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
REMINDER! Trusted Traveler Programs office reopens at the Calexico East Port of Entry today! Applicants may complete in-person interviews. #CBP will follow all #CDC guidelines, and state and local mandates to protect employees and the public. Read more: bit.ly/321vJbk
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Complete the #2020Census today. Time is running out, and September is your last chance to respond. Census takers are visiting households that have not yet responded. Respond now at 2020CENSUS.GOV.
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Oli Bachie, “person of the globe,” researches new desert crops to spur economic growth for Imperial Valley farmers @ImperialCntyCA bit.ly/39DHZ3Q
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Here's What the Produce Industry is Doing to Make Romaine Lettuce Safer: bit.ly/3c9jgFy From @FoodSafetyMag
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
🥕APP DEADLINE EXTENDED TO SEPT 25TH🥦$1000 scholarship available to those interested in learning new and exciting ways to incorporate agriculture into the classroom! Join us in Sonoma CA on Oct. 17-19 for the 2019 CA Ag in the Classroom Conference! drec.ucanr.edu/farm_smart/sc…
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Residents and visitors who live or recreate at the Salton Sea are encouraged to attend this community meeting. #saltonsea
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Concerned about the government shutdown? Coachella Valley growers are keeping your food safe. desertsun.com/story/opinion/… via @mydesert
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
Recently, @CA_Pesticides released its 2017 Pesticide Residues in Fresh Produce report. CDPR found 96 percent of all samples had no detectable pesticide residues or residues were below levels allowed by the EPA. ow.ly/Met730ne4ZM @SafeProduce
Imperial Valley Vegetable Growers Association retweeted
The Imperial County Registrar of Voters has released an "Unofficial Elections Results" update for the November 6th General Election. To view the report visit co.imperial.ca.us/regvoters