The Silver Lining: Thoughts on Leadership in Uncertain Times
“These are uncertain times.” This is a catchphrase we’re all hearing and saying a lot in light of the COVID-19 pandemic that has caused unprecedented...
USDA Accepting Applications for Local Food Promotion Program & Farmers Market Promotion Program
USDA is now accepting applications for the Local Food Promotion and Farmers Market Promotion program, with eligible applicants able to receive up to...
Navigating Leave Families First Coronavirus Response Act
There are still a number of unanswered questions surrounding the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act, but here is a simple guide for understanding the basic requirements.
Communication Styles
“Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.” You’ll find this is a requirement in most, if not all, job descriptions. But...
Lessons Learned from the Worst Play in NFL History
I recently came across a video where former Indianapolis Colts punter and current NFL analyst Pat McAfee describes how “The Worst Play in NFL History” came...
California Energy Commission’s Food Production Investment Program Grant – Round 2: Due February 28, 2020
The California Energy Commission released Round 2 of the 2019 Food Production Investment Program (FPIP). The goals...
Excuse me, can you help me find time?
Time management has been one of my biggest struggles. In fact, I specifically remember my dad yelling at me to hurry up because I was going to be late for…
2019 Value Added Producer Grant Now Accepting Applications
Applications are now being accepted for the FY2019 USDA Value-Added Producer Grant Program with applications due March 10, 2020. Applicants are eligible to receive up to $250,000 in grant funding,…
Oregon Department of Agriculture Accepting Proposals for the 2020 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program – Due January 31, 2020
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) opened the application period for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP), with...
The Engaged Manager
We had the privilege of having organizational health movement pioneer, Patrick Lencioni, in Chico last month where he spoke with key leaders in the business, non-profit, health, agriculture, and other…
Urgent Important
So much to do, so little time…
I find that often my “to-do” list grows faster than I can cross things off. I have experienced weeks where there were so many fires to put out, I…
CDFA is Accepting Applications for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program - Due December 16, 2019
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is accepting applications for the State Water Efficiency...
Office Spaces
When I started with Morrison I was their first Sacramento area hire. My time here has been amazing, but the first couple months involved a lot of commuting to Morrison’s headquarters in…