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A Day in Marin: Farmers Share a Passion for a Place Called California

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Karen Ross, California Agriculture Secretary, and Linda

“A day in Marin.” Say that out loud to someone from California’s Bay Area, then stand back and watch the reaction. “Well, I could reschedule that meeting, move some things around…” It’s something you want to do, someplace you want to … Continue reading →

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Earth Day & Invasive Species: Sacramento-area students meet “Hungry Pests”

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

Sixth-graders from Cowan Fundamental Elementary School joined students at nearby Mira Loma High School in the Sacramento area this morning for an energizing and educational event built around the themes of Earth Day (April 22) and invasive species. CDFA Secretary … Continue reading →

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Soil Health – a conversation between Secretary Ross and “Sammy Soil”

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

The theme of California Ag Day at the State Capitol last week was “Breaking New Ground,” with soil health a key focal point. During the event, CDFA Secretary Karen Ross took a moment to discuss the issue with “Sammy Soil,” … Continue reading →

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Rural ag producers encouraged to apply for USDA’s Rural Energy for America (REAP) program

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

From USDA: USDA Announces Funding for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects WASHINGTON – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced that rural agricultural producers and small business owners can now apply for resources to purchase and install renewable energy systems … Continue reading →

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Hydrogen Highway Update: Public fueling stations one step closer to “go” thanks to CDFA’s expertise

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

The recent christening of a hydrogen fuel dispenser at the Hydrogen Research and Fueling Facility at Cal State Los Angeles (CSULA) represents a significant milestone in California’s ongoing efforts to counter climate change. The station is the first of its … Continue reading →

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El Capitan Achievement Celebrated with California Sparkling Wine

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

Here area couple of exciting photos of Sonoma County native Kevin Jorgeson and his climbing partner Tommy Caldwell celebrating with California sparkling wine after scaling the Dawn Wall of El Capitan – a feat that has earned them admiration and cheers from all … Continue reading →

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Ag leaders on-hand as Governor Brown signs landmark groundwater legislation

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Office of Public Affairs

Signing message from Governor Brown To Members of the California Legislature: I am signing AB 1739, SB 1168 and SB 1319, which taken collectively establish a new structure for managing the State’s groundwater. These bills accomplish a number of goals … Continue reading →

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From Huffington Post: This Living, Sustainable Mushroom Building Could Be the Future of Green Architecture

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Office of Public Affairs

By Priscilla Frank, Huffington Post This summer marks the 15th year of The Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1’s Young Architects Program, which challenges young architects to design innovative projects that bring new possibilities to our understanding of sustainable … Continue reading →

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Secretary Ross to participate in Clinton Global Initiative

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Office of Public Affairs

CDFA Secretary Karen Ross is scheduled to participate tomorrow in Denver at the annual meeting of Clinton Global Initiative America, which was founded by former president Bill Clinton to pursue solutions that promote economic recovery in the United States. Secretary Ross … Continue reading →

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CDFA Press Release – Leading the Way on Specialty Crops: California Garners More Than $19 Million from Federal Block Grant Program

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Office of Public Affairs

SACRAMENTO, April 17, 2014 – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today that California has been allocated $19.76 million in funding for the 2014 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). The agency awarded approximately $66 million nationwide for … Continue reading →

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