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On International Women’s Day (today, March 8), CDFA Secretary Karen Ross recognizes the vital role that women play in agriculture. Women are centrally connected to farming and ranching every step of the way and have a long tradition in that … Continue reading →

This is National Weights and Measures Week (March 1-7), and CDFA is marking the occasion by highlighting recent groundbreaking work to help extend California’s electric vehicle charging network. The work addresses a major challenge faced by EV owners — a … Continue reading →

March is Women’s History Month! CDFA celebrates the substantial contributions of women in agriculture, including marketing, land use, crop production, record keeping, financial management, and engagement in policy. Women are centrally connected to agriculture every step of the way. Did … Continue reading →

As we conclude the celebration of Black History Month (Feb 1 – Mar 1), CDFA recognizes the Ujamaa Farmer Collective of Yolo County, which recently acquired 22 acres in Woodland. CDFA Secretary Karen Ross toured the property and visited with … Continue reading →

In the Fresno area lies a legacy of determination and farming rooted in the African American community. The African American Farmers of California is helping to preserve the rich tradition of Black farmers for future generations. The organization received a … Continue reading →

State’s commitment to expanding healthy food access includes universal school meals for public school students and the California Farm to School program WASHINGTON – Building on California’s innovative initiatives to combat food insecurity, California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and … Continue reading →

As we continue to commemorate Black History Month 2024, it’s important to acknowledge the rich legacy of Black/African American contributions to agriculture, particularly in California. One endeavor that stands out is the transformative work of the Allensworth Progressive Association in establishing a … Continue reading →

CDFA program staff will be participating at the 2024 California Small Farm Conference, starting February 25 – March 1. The conference will feature more than 60 events — virtual/online and in-person for those in the small-farm community: growers, aspiring entrepreneurs, … Continue reading →

The world’s largest annual food exhibition is in Dubai this week, and it was an opportunity to present California products and companies to buyers across the globe. While in Dubai, California was able to partner with the USDA, the California … Continue reading →

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