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Category Archives: Alternative Fuels
New Algae-Based Biodiesel Meets State Fuel Quality Standards
The Department of Food and Agriculture’s Division of Measurement Standards (DMS) has tested samples of a new 20 percent biodiesel blend fuel made from algae and is happy to report that the fuel is compliant with California’s quality specification for … Continue reading
Posted in Alternative Fuels, Environment, Measurement Standards, Uncategorized
Tagged Algae, Biofuel, fuel
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Statement from Secretary Ross on dairy pricing
Under state law, the California Department of Food and Agriculture has the responsibility of calculating the minimum price that milk producers are to receive from processors. In order to perform this duty, the Department employs economists who monitor conditions in … Continue reading
Solar panels and onion power show the way to Ag energy self-sufficiency
One of the strategic objectives of Ag Vision: Strategies for Sustainability is to achieve the maximum usage of renewable energy by agriculture, thereby increasing economic productivity while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality. Governor Brown has demonstrated important leadership with policy … Continue reading
Posted in AG Vision, Alternative Fuels, Climate Change, Environment, Specialty Crops, Uncategorized
Tagged green energy, Onions, solar panels, sustainability
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Alternative Fuels in California
It’s been a watershed few weeks for alternative fuels in California with more than $30 million in grant funding announced recently by the California Energy Commission for research, development and distribution. At CDFA, we pay close attention to the distribution … Continue reading
Still the People’s Agency 150 Years Later – Happy Birthday, USDA!
For producers and consumers of food, this is a sesquicentennial like no other. Two weeks ago, we celebrated the 150th anniversary of the signing of the Morrill Act, the single piece of legislation that laid the foundation for the modern … Continue reading
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Information on 2012 Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Awards Program
The Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Award Program is California’s highest environmental honor. The program recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made notable, voluntary contributions in conserving California’s precious resources, protecting and enhancing our environment, … Continue reading
Posted in AG Vision, Agricultural Education, Alternative Fuels, Cannella Panel, Climate Change, Environment, Hydrogen, Uncategorized
Tagged environment, GEELA
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Earth Day and Farming
As the daughter of a farmer, I grew up with a love of the land and a deep respect for nature – you might say a native understanding that every day was Earth Day. My father worked the land. He … Continue reading
