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Letter to dairy stakeholders from CDFA Secretary Karen Ross

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Office of Public Affairs

What follows is a letter from CDFA Secretary Karen Ross to the dairy industry that was sent as CDFA announced a determination that market conditions warrant a temporary adjustment to the minimum milk prices. After a late December hearing, CDFA … 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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Central Valley Dairy Farmer Honored for Commitment to Conservation

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Karen Ross, California Agriculture Secretary, and Linda

I am pleased that Kings County dairy farmer Dino Giacomazzi has been named the 2012 recipient of the Leopold Conservation Award in California. The award is presented annually in eight states to land owners for achievements in land stewardship and management and … Continue reading →

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Statement from Secretary Ross on dairy pricing

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Karen Ross, California Agriculture Secretary, and Linda

Under state law, the California Department of Food and Agriculture has the responsibility of calculating the minimum price that milk producers are to receive from processors.  In order to perform this duty, the Department employs economists who monitor conditions in … Continue reading →

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California Dairy Future Task Force asked to evaluate long-term solutions

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Karen Ross, California Agriculture Secretary, and Linda

Despite the perfect storm of economic challenges affecting our dairy industry, cooperation and strategic reform can provide a more sustainable marketplace for our dairy farmers. Many dairies suffered steep financial losses as a result of the economic collapse in 2008 … Continue reading →

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Still the People’s Agency 150 Years Later – Happy Birthday, USDA!

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Karen Ross, California Agriculture Secretary, and Linda

For producers and consumers of food, this is a sesquicentennial like no other. Two weeks ago, we celebrated the 150th anniversary of the signing of the Morrill Act, the single piece of legislation that laid the foundation for the modern … Continue reading →

Posted in AG Vision, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Marketing, Alternative Fuels, Asian Citrus Psyllid, Climate Change, Community-based Food System, Dairy, Environment, Farm Bill, Farmers' Markets, Food Access, Food Safety, Glassy-winged Sharpshooter, HLB, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Invasive Species, Pierce's Disease, Specialty Crops, Trade, Uncategorized | 1 Comment

Capital Public Radio – Raw milk, healthy or hazardous?

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Office of Public Affairs

http://www.capradio.org/articles/2012/05/02/raw-milk-healthy-or-hazardous Milk, in its unpasteurized form is consumed by at least a hundred thousand Californians. Many believe the drink has special health benefits. In California, there are two main ways to get raw milk. You can buy it at a … Continue reading →

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State Vet Dr. Annette Whiteford Named Chair of National Institute of Animal Agriculture

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Karen Ross, California Agriculture Secretary, and Linda

One of the best things about the California Department of Food and Agriculture is the talented group of people who work here. We have dedicated public servants with deep expertise in their chosen fields and a passion for making our … Continue reading →

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