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Ag Super Bowl commercial – Got Milk?

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Office of Public Affairs
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Ag Super Bowl commercial – California pistachios, cracking Gangnam Style

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Office of Public Affairs
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Ag Super Bowl commercial – Paul Harvey on farmers

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Office of Public Affairs
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Off to the Super Bowl for California pistachios

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Office of Public Affairs

Over the years, one of the keys to success for California commodities has been an ability to embrace the marketing tools of their time to reach consumers. There may be no better example of that than the Super Bowl. This year, California pistachios will … Continue reading →

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Census of Agriculture, Microloan Program Excellent Examples of the Value of USDA’s Partnership With California

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Karen Ross, California Agriculture Secretary, and Linda

Two recent announcements by the USDA remind us all of the agency’s value as a federal partner in food and agricultural production.  The USDA assists Californians in a variety of ways, from producer insurance programs to school nutrition and food … Continue reading →

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“Goat Day” an excellent outreach opportunity for dairy foods program

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Dr. Annette Jones, California State Veterinarian

This Saturday, January 19, UC Davis will host its annual “Goat Day,” an opportunity for goat owners, veterinarians and students to learn about a variety of goat health and management topics. There will be updates on current goat research and … Continue reading →

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Here comes Bacon Fest – proceeds to the Center for Land-Based Learning

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Office of Public Affairs

The second annual Bacon Fest Sacramento is scheduled for January 20-27, 2013.  The events will include a chef’s competition, bacon specials at a number of Sacramento restaurants, a Kevin Bacon tribute night, and a coloring contest – the prizes are bacon donuts. Proceeds will … Continue reading →

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After the Freeze – CDFA Works to Assess Crop Damage

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Rick Jensen, Director of Inspection Services

Following a period of below-freezing temperatures in the Central Valley and other parts of California, CDFA’s Division of Inspection Services is working with growers and county agricultural commissioners to assess potential freeze damage to citrus fruit and avocados. There is … Continue reading →

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Enrollment growing in US college and university Ag programs

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Office of Public Affairs

Enrollment in US college and university agriculture programs is up 21 percent since 2006, according to data from the Food and Agriculture Education Information System, a partnership between the USDA, Virginia Tech University and over 200 colleges and departments of … Continue reading →

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Aligning With New Proposed Federal Produce Safety Rules

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Scott Horsfall, CEO, Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement

Last Friday, January 4th, two years to the day after the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law by President Obama, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued new proposed produce rules. The produce rules will go a … Continue reading →

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