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Monthly Archives: December 2024

Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship — CDFA efforts continue to moderate antibiotics in animal care

CDFA’s Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship Program, created by legislation in 2017, provides leadership in animal health circles for innovative approaches to antibiotic resistance and responsible use of medications. The program looks closely at antibiotic sales, surveys producers about on-farm practices, … Continue reading

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Healthy Soils Week — Farm Tour in Yolo County for State Legislative Staff and Stakeholders

In honor of Healthy Soils Week (December 2-6), CDFA joined legislators, their staff members, and stakeholders for a tour of farms in Yolo County to see greenhouse gas-reducing healthy soil practices in action. Farmers who have received healthy soils grants … Continue reading

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Video — Secretary Ross kicks off Healthy Soils Week

Healthy Soils Week is underway! We’re celebrating the incredible role that soil plays in California’s sustainable agriculture. This year’s theme, “A Circular Economy for Healthy Soils,” spotlights how transforming waste into valuable resources can strengthen soil health for generations to … Continue reading

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New members join California State Board of Food and Agriculture

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