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CDFA salutes veterans

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Secretary Ross talks healthy soils at COP26

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Cow-powered BMW’s and first fuel cell dairy digester project in nation thanks to California dairy partnership with bioenergy firms and CDFA

CDFA secretary Karen Ross (second from left in photo) joined in the applause last week following the ribbon cutting for the first fuel cell dairy digester project in the nation at Bar 20 Dairy in Fresno County. Methane from the … Continue reading →

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Secretary Ross @COP26

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Secretary Ross — On to Scotland for COP26!

By CDFA Secretary Karen Ross I am grateful for the opportunity to join California’s delegation in Scotland for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 26) from November 9th through the 12th. The conference presents an opportunity to meet with … Continue reading →

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Secretary Ross thanks fair executives for their service to local communities and the state

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Spreading the word about cover crops

From Morning Ag Clips Cover crops, typically planted in early fall, deliver a host of agricultural and conservation benefits. But many growers have gone away from planting them due to technical challenges and extra costs associated with the practice. In … Continue reading →

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Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate launched at COP26

From a USDA News Release The United States and United Arab Emirates have officially launched the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate), alongside 31 countries and more than 48 non-government partners. In remarks at the World Leaders Summit … Continue reading →

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CDFA Welcomes Undersecretary Christine Birdsong

Surrounded by her family on the south steps of the California Capitol this morning, Christine Birdsong was sworn in as Undersecretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture by Secretary Karen Ross. Birdsong has been Senior Vice President, General Counsel  … Continue reading →

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Apple Hill: a mainstay of California agritourism

For nearly 60 years, Apple Hill has delighted visitors with delicious, crisp apples, fresh squeezed apple cider, and beautiful scenic views. Located along the Sierra foothill of Placerville, between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, the Apple Hill Growers Association represents 50 … Continue reading →

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