Voice of the FieldsCalifornia

Flu Season

Where to get vaccinated?Anyone, regardless of his or her

healthcare coverage, can access the fl u vaccination. Local drug stores off er the fl u shot to individuals with or without health insurance. Th e vaccination typically costs $30 or less.

Who can get vaccinated?Anyone over the age of six months

old should receive the fl u shot every year, since the virus and vaccination change. Th e vaccination is off ered in diff erent forms, including injection or nasal spray, and is determined by your age, health, and allergies.

Symptoms of the Flu Flu symptoms generally appear

suddenly and are accompanied by a fever. Other symptoms include:

Severe symptoms include:

att ention if the fl u-infected individual is

less than 5 years of age, over the age of 65, pregnant, or has a depressed immune system. Medical att ention should also be sought out if a high fever does not subside, the individual is coughing up blood or having trouble breathing, or if general

If you have the fl u, stay at home, rest,

to properly wash your hands in order to prevent exposing others to the virus.

chances of catching the virus.

F A R M L A B O R I N F O R M A T I O N B U L L E T I N

October 2015 FREE Volume 25, Number 10

Iand typically continues throughout February. In order to reduce your chances of becoming infected with the fl u virus, it is important you receive your vaccination early, before fl u season is in full force.

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P E S T I C I D E S How to Protect Yourself and Your Family

pesticides, even in small doses, can cause severe effects.

include the following:

In more severe cases, exposure to pesticides can cause blindness, severe burns,

and birth defects.

What are pesticides?

substances used to destroy or suppress weeds, insects, fungus and/or rodents.

but often times they are made from a variety of chemicals. These chemicals are deemed safe in small doses, however too much exposure can impact your health and the health of those around you.

to protect yourself and your family from exposure to pesticides.

United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Worker Protection Standards on Pesticides

regulate and reduce injuries, illnesses, and

from pesticide exposure. New protections are as followed:

handlers

For more information on revisions to

www2.epa.gov.

Project LEAF: Limiting Exposure Around Families

families about pesticides in order to prevent

coolers, car seats and any other items in the

be exposed to these pesticide residues.-

n other clothes before wearing them again

n Bathe with shampoo and soap directly

n

bathroomn Avoid areas where pesticides are being

sprayed n Keep all cleaning and pesticide prod-

Apesticides. Mixing or applying pesticides, planting, weeding, harvest-

J O B A S S I S T A N C ELa Cooperativa Campesina’s Drought Job Relief Program

Athe state government has provided $7.5 million to combat the economic impact

COUNTY CONTACT PHONE NUMBER ADDRESS

AMADOR MARIA ROSADO (209) 331-2081 631 E. OAK STREET, LODI, CA 95240

BUTTE ROCIO LEAL (530) 899-0624 1249 MANGROVE AVE., CHICO, CA 95926

COLUSA BLANCA BARBA (530) 662-9601 117 W. MAIN STREET, STE. 1B, WOODLAND, CA 95695

FRESNO CANDIE CARO (559) 473-4489 437 S. MADERAKERMAN, CA 93660

FRESNO TERE CORTEZ (559) 473-4485 3454 E. DATE AVE., FRESNO, CA 93725

FRESNO YOLANDA GAMEZ (559) 875-7146 1849 ACADEMY ST., SANGER, CA 93657

FRESNO ADOLFO RECINOS (559) 891-0135 3706 MCCALL AVE. SUITE 116, SELMA, CA 93662

GLENN ROCIO LEAL (530) 899-0624 1249 MANGROVE AVE., CHICO, CA 95926

KERN LYDIA ROGER (661) 635-2714 1600 EAST BELLE TERRACE, BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93307

KERN LITA SAN PEDRO (661) 721-5800 1816 CECIL AVE., DELANO, CA 93215

KINGS JOHN BAILEY (559) 582-9253 216 W. 6TH, HANFORD, CA 93230

LAKE TONYA BRAVO (707) 262-0440 55 FIRST ST., BOX M, LAKEPORT, CA 95453

MADERA NANCI MORA (559) 662-0100 1930 HOWARD RD, SUITE 125, MADERA, CA 95636

MERCED ADRIAN GONZALEZ (209)357-0062 6838 BRIDGET CT, WINTON, CA 95388

MONTEREY DIANA CARRILLO (831) 424-0665 421 MONTEREY STREET, SALINAS, CA 93901

MONTEREY TOM GENTLE (831) 678-0448 930 LOS COCHES DRIVE, SOLEDAD, CA 93960

SAN BENITO DIANA CARRILLO (831) 424-0665 421 MONTEREY STREET, SALINAS, CA 93901

SAN JOAQUIN MARIA ROSADO (209) 331-2081 631 E. OAK STREET, LODI, CA 95240

SAN JOAQUIN LILY AMAN (209) 598-7479 2895 TEEPEE DR., STOCKTON, CA 95205

SANTA CRUZ ALIA AYYAD (831) 728-4551 10 BLANCA LANE, WATSONVILLE, CA 95076

STANISLAUS VERONICA ORNALES (209) 577-3210 1581 CUMMINS DR, STE 100, MODESTO, CA 95350

SUTTER LEIDI RIVERA (530)741-2924 1468 G SKY HARBOR DRIVE, OLIVEHURST, CA 95961

TEHAMA ROCIO LEAL (530) 899-0624 1249 MANGROVE AVE., CHICO, CA 95926

TULARE SYLVIA ATILANO (559) 591-5701 400 W. TULARE ST., DINUBA, CA 93618

TULARE MARTHA LOYA (559) 781-1852 54 N. MAIN ST., PORTERVILLE, CA 93257

TULARE TERRI COOPER (559) 627-0100 224 N.W. 3RD, VISALIA, CA 93291

to partner with regional communities and

the drought, such as removing dead foliage to prevent potential fires and mudslides. $7.5 million in state funds has gone to help

to enroll in drought relief services provided

unemployed or underemployed, meaning

the drought. Individuals whose household incomes have been reduced as a result of the drought are also eligible. In addition, long-term unemployed individuals and those residing in a drought impacted agricultural

relief services. Long-term unemployment is defined as unemployed at the time of

For additional information about drought relief services provided in your county, contact

L A V O Z S P O T L I G H T Assemblymembers Susan Talamantes-Eggman and Roger Hernandez

Ito a female legislator who has shown commitment and outstanding support for the

decades of experience in public service and community-building. Dr. Susan Talamantes-Eggman was elected

which draws together

Thornton and Moun-

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that is still operating today. Now, three generations of the family continue to grow

them invested in agricultural life.

school and served four years as a medic.

of absence as an associate professor of

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demonstrated her commitment to advance

everywhere.

neighborhood, where they are raising

~~~~~~~~~~~~Assemblymember Roger Hernández

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A son of immigrant parents, Assembly-

was the first in his family to pursue higher education beyond high

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path to the Assembly was paved by his pas-

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been his motivation to continue to serve in

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Fall Holidays -

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Halloween: October 31st

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or-treating. Listed below are some helpful tips to ensure your children have a fun and

Halloween Safety Tips: n -

ing alone. n

should accompany them. n Bring a flashlight for areas not well lit. n n -

ing the street. n Keep costumes both creative and safe

while wearing their costume. n

have not been tampered with. All opened

and homemade candies from strangers should be thrown out.

Costumes:If you are unable to provide your child

second hand costumes.

DÍa de Los Muertos: November 1st-2nd

Los Muertos focuses on gathering family and friends to pray for their remembered

Muertos has become more widely cel-ebrated. Although it is not a sanctioned

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celebrate the day.

online or visit www.mexicansugarskull.com

and see where celebrations are happening near you.

Thanksgiving: November 26th

Thursday in November, is a national holiday that brings together friends and

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giving is also accompanied by the most

Friday. -

giving evening, brings many eager

during the holidays, it is important to be aware of holiday pay laws.1.

to provide employees with time off for holidays.

2. to provide paid time off for holidays,

Agricultural Jobs available to U.S. workers under H-2A contractActive CalJOBS

Number Job Title

Number of Positions

Pay Rate Contract Dates

City of Job

Employer’s County

American’s Job Centers of California (AJCC)

1 14513119 Farmwoker/ Celery

40 $11.33 11/30/15 - 01/09/16

Camarillo Ventura Oxnard AJCC(805)382-8610

2 14550322 Beekeeper 5 $12.00 01/01/16 - 06/01/16

Santa Barbarta Santa Barbarta Santa Maria AJCC(760) 863-2600

3 14546407 Beekeeper 4 $12.00 01/01/16 - 06/01/16

Madera Madera Fresno AJCC(559) 445-5249

4 13898523 Sheepherder 206 $1600.35 Mo. on-going California and Western States

California and West-ern States

Call your local AJCC office

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORSollege application deadlines are fast approaching. Most four-year college application periods

remember application fees can be waived and applicants may receive scholarships and/or federal financial aid later in the year.

If you, or your child, are planning on attending a two-year college, consider registering early

associated degree within two years or transfer to a four-year college. If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college, find out if your two-year college provides transfer counseling and map out your transfer plan as early as possible. Not only will early preparation ensure you stay on a four-year higher education plan, it will reduce the amount of money spent on your education.

Where do I apply for colleges?n www.csumentor.edu n www.admission.universityofcalifornia.edun www.commonapp.org

If the college you are interested in attending is not a selection on the websites listed

n Always wash vegetables and fruits before eating them

n Thoroughly clean anywhere pesticides can be found

n house

n

bathroom n

-cides are being sprayed near your house

n Keep all cleaning and pesticide prod-

n home

please visit www.afop.org.

PesticidesContinued from second page

FOOD BANK CITY WEBSITE PHONE

FOOD BANK OF CONTRA COSTA AND SOLANO CONCORD, CA WWW.FOODBANKCCS.ORG (925) 676-7542

COMMUNITY FOOD BANK FRESNO, CA WWW.COMMUNITYFOODBANK.NET (559) 237-3663

FIND FOOD BANK INDIO, CA WWW.FINDFOODBANK.ORG (760) 775-3663

SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANKS OF ORANGE COUNTY IRVINE, CA WWW.FEEDOC.ORG (949) 653-2900

LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK LOS ANGELES, CA WWW.LAFOODBANK.ORG (323) 234-3030

SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF SAN JOAQUIN AND STANISLAUS COUNTIES

MANTECA, CA WWW.LOCALFOODBANK.ORG (209) 239-2091

ALAMEDA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OAKLAND, CA WWW.ACCFB.ORG (510) 635-3663

FOOD SHARE, INC. OXNARD, CA WWW.FOODSHARE.COM (805) 983-7100

FEEDING AMERICA RIVERSIDE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTIES RIVERSIDE, CA WWW.FEEDINGAMERICAIE.ORG (951) 359-4757

PLACER FOOD BANK ROSEVILLE, CA WWW.PLACERFOODBANK.ORG (916) 783-0481

FOOD BANK FOR MONTEREY COUNTY SALINAS, CA WWW.FOODBANKFORMONTEREY-COUNTY.ORG

(831) 758-1523

FEEDING AMERICA SAN DIEGO SAN DIEGO, CA WWW.FEEDINGAMERICASD.ORG (858) 452-3663

SF-MARIN FOOD BANKS SAN FRANCISCO, CA WWW.SFMFOODBANK.ORG (415) 282-1900

SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF SANTA CLARA & SAN MATEO COUNTIES

SAN JOSE, CA WWW.SHFB.ORG (408) 266-8866

FOODBANK OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SANTA BARBARA, CA WWW.FOODBANKSBC.ORG (805) 967-5741

REDWOOD EMPIRE FOOD BANK SANTA ROSA, CA WWW.REFB.ORG (707) 523-7900

SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK SANTA CRUZ COUNTY WATSONVILLE, CA WWW.THEFOODBANK.ORG (831) 722-7110

holidays.3.

reasonable accommodations for em-

holidays due to religious observances. 4. If an employer does provide paid

holidays, the employer does not have to allow employees to accrue paid time off.

5. If a payday falls on certain holidays, and the employer is closed, the employer may pay wages on the next business day.

Thanksgiving Meals

-giving meals to families who cannot

HolidaysContinued from previous page

school about donated holiday meals.