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Monthly Archives: November 2024

CDFA participates in 10th annual Latino Farmer Conference in Monterey County

Representatives from across CDFA divisions and programs participated in the 10th annual Latino Farmer Conference, held this week at California State University, Monterey Bay. The two-day event, hosted by the National Center for Appropriate Technology and the U.S. Department of … Continue reading

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California Agricultural Neighbors report highlights next steps for building proactive food safety culture in Salinas Valley

CDFA and the Monterey County Farm Bureau are announcing the joint release of the report “California Agricultural Neighbors: Building a Proactive Food Safety Culture.” California Agricultural Neighbors (CAN) was formed in January 2021 to bring together members of the Salinas … Continue reading

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Spotlight on Pixca Farm – Day of the Dead: Culture, Community and Marigolds

In recognition of the cultural tradition of Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos), November 1 and 2, Pixca Farm is proud of celebrating through its sustainable agricultural practices. Erik Rodriguez’s journey into farming began in Rosarito, where he … Continue reading

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