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CDFA Food Safety Series: Sampling Livestock and Poultry Feed for Clean and Wholesome Supply of Meat, Milk and Eggs

Posted on September 23, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

California is committed to keeping our food safe. In recognition of National Food Safety Education Month, CDFA is sharing more information about the programs that help make sure food grown and processed in California is as safe as possible. CDFA’s … Continue reading →

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June is Dairy Month! From Cow to Cup: The Food Safety Journey of Your Glass of Milk

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Whether you’re pouring it over cereal, stirring it into coffee, or enjoying a slice of California cheese, the journey your milk and dairy food took was carefully monitored from the farm all the way to your table. For CDFA’s Milk … Continue reading →

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Update: New World Screwworm detected in Texas, New Mexico; California remains clear 

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Jay Van Rein, CDFA Office of Public Affairs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed that the New World Screwworm – an invasive, destructive parasite – has been detected in Texas and New Mexico, marking the the pest’s first incursion into the United States since it was successfully eradicated in the … Continue reading →

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CDFA Supports Spay and Neuter Awareness Month 

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

February is Spay and Neuter Awareness Month! Whether you’re a proud pet parent or just a fan of four-legged friends, this is a great time of year to  focus on the wellbeing of these beloved animals.  This month, CDFA is highlighting the Pet Lovers Spay and Neuter Grant Program, which helps keep California’s pet … Continue reading →

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USDA to Host Free Biosecurity Webinars for Dairy and Poultry Producers

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will offer two free webinars focused on biosecurity best practices to help prevent the introduction and spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). These sessions are designed for: Each webinar will cover practical steps … Continue reading →

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New detections of West Nile Virus in California horses – prevention tips from CDFA

Posted on September 16, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

Eight California horses have tested positive for West Nile Virus in recent weeks, as far north as Tehama County and as far south as Kern County. Two of the horses are deceased, six were unvaccinated, and the vaccination status of … Continue reading →

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Video Update: Virulent Newcastle Disease Quarantine Lifted (English and Spanish)

Posted on June 1, 2020 by Office of Public Affairs
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2019 in Review: Protecting Animal Health & Food Safety

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Office of Public Affairs
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New detections of West Nile Virus in California horses

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Office of Public Affairs

A dangerous disease, west Nile virus, has returned to California this summer.  Last week, four horses were diagnosed with the disease – two in Sacramento County and one each in Kern and Placer counties. Two of the horses have been euthanized … Continue reading →

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CDFA contributes to discussion about common sense as a key element in good biosecurity for horses – from Horsetalk.co.nz

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Office of Public Affairs

Common sense is the first step to effective biosecurity for horses, according to a university professor who consults in the field. Professor Roberta Dwyer, with the Department of Animal and Food Sciences at the University of Kentucky, says horse owners … Continue reading →

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