The ALRB in the '90s: do not disturb ... agency asleep

Article Abstract:

The reputation of California's Agricultural Labor Relations Board (ALRB) as pro-union in the '70s has changed to pro-grower in the '90s. During the term of former Governor Jerry Brown, the ALRB was an effective forum for workers and unions to resolve their problems. But after George Deukmejian took over Brown's position, the agency began to lose its credibility. The number of complaints filed by workers on the board has dropped from 1,302 in 1979-80 to 362 in 1990-91. Critics doubt that the ALRB under the present administration of Governor Pete Wilson would regain its credibility.

Management, California. Agricultural Labor Relations Board

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The state's libraries struggle to do more with less

Article Abstract:

California's public librarieshave been severely affected by budget cuts. There are periodic closures of public library systems in some of the state's counties and some libraries have been forced to closed down due to the lack of funds. The lack of funds are forcing libraries to look for ways to extend their meager budgets without cutting their services. The state government is expected to continue its present policy of cutting the budgets of California's public libraries.

Finance, Libraries, Public libraries

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Organic agriculture grows up

Article Abstract:

Organic agriculture constitutes a $100 million part of California's economy. The organic industry is still changing up and is is poised for a growth. An important step in the growth of organic industry was the 1986 SB 872 legislation which formed the UC-Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (SAREP). The 1986 legislation provided the impetus for organic growers.

Economic aspects, Alternative agriculture, Organic farming

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