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Jewel Bronaugh, the first African-American woman nominated to serve as deputy secretary of agriculture, sailed through her confirmation hearing as she pledged to work closely with senators on issues affecting the nation’s producers.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack denied Thursday that President Joe Biden’s goal of conserving 30% of the nation’s land by 2030 is a “land grab” but is instead intended to protect “private, working lands" through voluntary programs.

California farmers are pushing back on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s goal to conserve 30% of the state’s land by 2030.

The California Legislature is planning an active session this year to make up for lost time in 2020.

California dairy farmers have one clear message for the Newsom administration when it comes to combating climate change.

CDFA has been asking farmers and ranchers for ideas on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing biodiversity.

Biden wants to more than double the amount of conserved land, and Newsom is already on it.