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Celebrating California Peaches on National Peach Day – August 27

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

National Peach Day, celebrated on August 27, is a chance to celebrate the growers, farmers, farmworkers, producers, and everyone across the agricultural community who helps bring California peaches from the orchard to our tables. California is the nation’s leading peach-producing … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer at Farmers & Makers in Paso Robles

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer alongside some of the women shaping the face of California food and agriculture at Cherry Bombe’s Farmers & Makers in Paso Robles September 25-27th, 2026.  In honor of the International Year of … Continue reading →

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Best of the West Global Buyers Event Happening in California This Fall

Posted on August 21, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Registration ends August 31 – Register now! Companies interested in connecting with foreign buyers have until August 31 to register for the fall edition of the Best of the West Global Buyers Event, taking place September 8-11 in California. Hosted … Continue reading →

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Join the 2026 California Agritourism Summit in Paso Robles

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Whether you’re an established u-pick farmer, a travel professional looking for a way to set yourself apart from the pack or a small farming operation looking into ways to grow your business, the 2026 California Agritourism Summit offers valuable insights … Continue reading →

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Celebrating National Honey Bee Day

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

National Honey Bee Day is celebrated on the third Saturday of August. This year the holiday falls on Saturday, August 15. Ahead of National Honey Bee Day on August 15, we’re celebrating the honey bees and beekeepers that play an … Continue reading →

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The California Department of Food and Agriculture and Secretary Ross thank Undersecretary Christine Birdsong for her service!

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

Today marks the final day at CDFA for Undersecretary Christine Birdsong, concluding five years of dedicated service to the State of California. Throughout her tenure, Christine brought significant experience working with industry leaders in the agricultural community and provided steady, … Continue reading →

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National Farmers Market Week: Cameron Park’s Certified Farmers’ Market Connects California’s Foothill Communities with Local Farmers

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Office of Public Affairs

National Farmers Market Week (August 2–8, 2026) is an opportunity to celebrate the farmers, farmworkers and communities that make California’s Certified Farmers’ Markets such an important part of the state’s agricultural landscape. To mark the occasion, the California Department of … Continue reading →

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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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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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