Farmworker groups, processors and trade associations call for continued funding for training and equity programs
August 04, 2026 | Select Committee on Wildfire Prevention, Select Committees, California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
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Diana Malero Silva of the California Farmworker Foundation told the committee the foundation reaches tens of thousands of farmworkers with health navigation, ESL and certification programs and emphasized the importance of continuing funding and field‑based services. "We reach over 65,000 farm workers just last year," she told the committee.
Industry representatives said workforce shortages are exacerbated by land transitions under SGMA, and urged incentives and investments that preserve small farms and processing jobs. Speakers asked the legislature to maintain or expand Farmer program funding and to consider streamlining program administration to increase uptake.
Industry representatives said workforce shortages are exacerbated by land transitions under SGMA, and urged incentives and investments that preserve small farms and processing jobs. Speakers asked the legislature to maintain or expand Farmer program funding and to consider streamlining program administration to increase uptake.
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