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How 30 Years of Prevention Cut California Medfly Infestations by Over 90%

Posted on August 5, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Celebrating Three Decades of CDFA’s Medfly Preventive Release Program This year marks the 30th anniversary of California’s Mediterranean fruit fly (Medfly) Preventive Release Program (PRP), a landmark pest prevention effort that helps protect agriculture, natural resources and urban food production … Continue reading →

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CDFA Welcomes Devon Keeler as Deputy Secretary of Communications and External Affairs

Posted on August 4, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Devon Keeler has been appointed Deputy Secretary of Communications and External Affairs at the California Department of Food and Agriculture. Keeler joins the department from the Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement, bringing with her a breadth of experience … Continue reading →

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Secretary Ross celebrates Davis Farmers’ Market 50th anniversary

Posted on August 4, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Happy National Farmers’ Market Week! CDFA Secretary Karen Ross joined local officials in celebrating the Davis Farmers’ Market 50th Celebration on Saturday. “This incredible milestone is not just cause for celebration in this community, but for farmers’ markets across the … Continue reading →

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Celebrating National Watermelon Day and California’s Watermelon Growers

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Today, we celebrate National Watermelon Day and recognize the California farmers, farmworkers, and agricultural communities whose hard work helps bring one of summer’s most refreshing fruits to our tables. California continues to be a major producer of watermelons, harvesting 514 … Continue reading →

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Celebrating National Ice Cream Day: A Sweet Salute to California Dairy

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

National Ice Cream Day – July 19 California is the nation’s leading ice cream producer, producing approximately 75 million gallons of regular ice cream and 31 million gallons of low-fat ice cream each year. Behind every scoop is the hard … Continue reading →

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Celebrating National Cherry Day: Honoring California’s Cherry Growers

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

National Cherry Day – July 16 Sweet, vibrant and a favorite summertime treat, cherries are a delicious reminder of the dedication and hard work behind California’s diverse agricultural landscape. This National Cherry Day, we’re celebrating the growers, farmers, farmworkers and … Continue reading →

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California Celebrates National Blueberry Day with a Sweet 2025 Harvest

Posted on July 8, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

July 8 is National Blueberry Day, and California has a lot to celebrate. In 2025, the Golden State harvested 81.47 million pounds of blueberries, which is a remarkable milestone that reflects the hard work, care, and dedication of growers, harvesters, … Continue reading →

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What’s in Season at U-Pick Farms Across the State? 

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

California is a beautiful patchwork of mountains, beaches, valleys, and deserts. This remarkable diversity not only draws visitors from around the world but also makes California the most productive agricultural state in the nation. It’s the reason there’s always something … Continue reading →

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From Orchard to Classroom: Clendenen’s Cider Works Cultivates Community Through Local Food

Posted on June 19, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

For more than a century, Clendenen’s Cider Works has been rooted in Humboldt County agriculture. Today, Clif Clendenen carries on his family’s legacy by growing fresh apples, producing local cider, and embracing sustainable farming practices on his five-acre orchard. Through … Continue reading →

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Celebrating National Lettuce Day – California leads the US in lettuce production

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

June 17 is National Lettuce Day, a chance to recognize California’s lettuce growers and farmworkers who help produce one of the state’s most important vegetable crops. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA NASS), California … Continue reading →

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