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USDA announces more resources to increase and expand meat and poultry processing capacity

Posted on March 29, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

USDA News Release The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the launch of the Meat and Poultry Processing Capacity Technical Assistance Program (MPPTA) to provide technical assistance to meat and poultry grant applicants and grant-funded projects. Processors and applicants … Continue reading →

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As western drought worsens, Governor Newsom moves to bolster regional conservation efforts

Posted on March 29, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

Groundwater measures: Local permitting authorities must coordinate with Groundwater Sustainability Agencies to ensure new proposed wells do not compromise existing wells. Permitting streamlined for groundwater recharge projects that help to refill aquifers when rains come. Governor’s Office news release Following … Continue reading →

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Secretary Ross urges consideration of public service at FFA leadership conference

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs
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CDFA Deputy Secretary Virginia Jameson welcomed to state climate adaptation and resiliency council

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

CDFA was welcomed today to the Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program Technical Advisory Council. The council is a centralized source of information and resources to assist decision makers at the state, regional, and local levels as they work together … Continue reading →

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San Diego detector dog “Podder” honored at retirement — from the Times of San Diego

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

By Elizabeth Ireland After four years working for the San Diego County Agriculture, Weights & Measures Department, Podder the detector dog was honored Wednesday as he heads into retirement. County staff organized a small ceremony at the Waterfront Park to acknowledge … Continue reading →

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Secretary Ross joins UC Merced chancellor for seminar on climate change and water

Posted on March 24, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

CDFA secretary Karen Ross recently joined UC Merced’s chancellor, Dr. Juan Sánchez Muñoz,  at a seminar on campus called “Securing a Climate Resilient Water Future for the San Joaquin Valley.” Secretary Ross and Chancellor Muñoz share common concerns given the … Continue reading →

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Ag Day returns to State Capitol today!

Posted on March 23, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

Ag Day returns to the west steps of the State Capitol today. The grounds are open to the public at 11:30 am. If you’re in the Downtown Sacramento area we hope to see you!

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Secretary Ross, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom featured in PBS story on farm-to-school programs

Posted on March 18, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

From the PBS program “Inside California Education.”

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Natural and working lands, including farms and ranches, critical to carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas reductions

Posted on March 17, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

By Virginia Jameson, CDFA Deputy Secretary for Climate and Working Lands When it comes to public policy, the term “natural and working lands” refers to California’s farms, ranches, rangelands, forests, urban green spaces, and wetlands. These lands are home to … Continue reading →

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Ag Day to return to State Capitol next Wednesday, March 23

Posted on March 16, 2022 by Office of Public Affairs

#AgDay2022

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