Monthly Archives: February 2025

On Wednesday, March 19, California’s agricultural community will gather on the west steps of the State Capitol in celebration of California Agriculture Day. CDFA and its partners for the event, California Women for Agriculture and the California Foundation for Agriculture … Continue reading →

CDFA Undersecretary Christine Birdsong joined a number of California businesses, agricultural organizations and government officials this week at the 30th edition of the Gulfood Trade Show in Dubai. The United Arab Emirates is the 9th largest export destination for California agricultural products, … Continue reading →

CDFA staff members will participate at next week’s California Small Farm Conference — taking place both online and in person at various locations around the state. The conference will take place from Feb 23-28 and feature over 40 online workshops … Continue reading →

CDFA is joining in the celebration of National Future Farmers of America (FFA) Week, from February 15-22. During the weeklong celebration, FFA students across California and the nation will host various events, including farmer and teacher appreciation breakfasts, community service … Continue reading →

CDFA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee and the agency’s Office of Civil Rights hosted a Black History Month panel discussion this week. Moderated by CDFA Deputy Secretary of Administration and Finance Arima Kozina, the event highlighted the stories, experiences, … Continue reading →

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) hosts the annual Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Achievement Awards to recognize IPM leaders for their achievements in the adoption and promotion of safer, more sustainable IPM practices in agricultural, urban, and wildland settings … Continue reading →