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How new FCC “Covered List” restrictions on foreign-made UAS and critical components may shape future drone access and operations.

FCC Covered List Update: Two Temporary Exceptions for Drone Supply in 2026

January 12, 2026
By Paramveer Singh
The Federal Communication Commission (FCC)'s January 7, 2026 notice builds on its December 22, 2025 Covered List update for foreign-made drones and “critical components,” but it creates two temporary exemptions through December 31, 2026. Drones and components on the DCMA Blue UAS list and those meeting the…
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Monterey County Well Registration- Free Until January 31, 2026!

January 8, 2026
By Carly Deitsch, Michael D Cahn
As part of the Groundwater Monitoring Program, the Monterey County Water Resources Agency, together with the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency, has launched a new county wide Well Registration Program.  The Groundwater Monitoring Program consists of four parts: well…
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How new FCC “Covered List” restrictions on foreign-made UAS and critical components may shape future drone access and operations.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Adds Foreign-Made Drones and Key Parts to the Covered List: What Ag Drone Users Need to Know

January 6, 2026
By Paramveer Singh
FCC update (Dec. 22, 2025): Foreign-produced drones and certain “critical components” were added to the FCC’s Covered List, meaning new models in those categories generally can’t obtain FCC equipment authorization needed for import/marketing/sale. Existing, previously authorized models remain usable, and…
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Cover Crop Field Day: LA Hearne Co Cover Crop Showcase

December 8, 2025
By Michael D Cahn
Great opportunity to see more than 20 different cover crops in the field and learn about how to use cover crops to improve your soil health, improve yields, and improve water quality.  Please register by following the QR code in the attached flyer. Lunch ProvidedThursday December 11th, 20259am - 12 pm…
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2025 Salinas Pest Management Meeting

October 30, 2025
2025 Pest Management MeetingSponsor: UCCE Monterey County Tuesday, December 2, 2025Agricultural Center Meeting Room (1432 Abbott St, Salinas CA)  8:00 am-12:00 pm        Pre-registration is encouraged. Click here or scan the QR code. 7:30        …
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