Bill to Abolish Agricultural Advisory Boards Introduced in Nevada

Bill to Abolish Agricultural Advisory Boards Introduced in Nevada

On November 16, 2016, a bill (Assembly Bill 33) was introduced in the Nevada House of Representatives that would, if enacted, abolish three agricultural advisory boards. These are:

• the Garlic and Onion Growers Advisory Board, which oversees research on the production, harvesting, processing, distribution, and market promotion of garlic and onions;
• the Alfalfa Seed Advisory Board, which oversees research on the production, harvesting, processing, distribution, and market promotion of alfalfa seed;
• the Advisory Council for Organic Agricultural Products, which provides information and educational services on the certification process for producers and handlers of organic agricultural products.