Monthly Archives: April 2025

Milk and dairy products form a vital part of the daily diet for many Californians. Ensuring these products are safe and wholesome is a top priority, and the California Department of Food and Agriculture plays a central role in upholding … Continue reading →

April is Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month in the US, and CDFA is aligning by spotlighting its efforts to eradicate Japanese Beetle infestations in California.

CDFA hosted more than 20 buyers from the Middle East, Southeast Asia, South Korea and Taiwan last week to meet with California businesses and expand market opportunities for CA GROWN products. “With approximately 24 percent, on average, of California’s farm … Continue reading →

By Dr. Tawny Mata, Director of Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability In March, the Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability (OARS) unveiled a new name and logo—marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the office. This update is … Continue reading →

In recognition of Earth Week, CDFA is spotlighting its Food Recovery webpage, dedicated to reducing food waste. The USDA reports that 30-40 percent of the U.S. food supply turns to food waste. CalRecycle reports that Californians discards 5-6 million tons … Continue reading →

On Earth Day yesterday, CDFA Secretary Karen Ross joined Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom at CSU Chico’s University Farm to celebrate the progress being made across California’s agricultural education system and its importance to sustainability and … Continue reading →

Earth Day 2025 came alive today at Chico State University, where CDFA Secretary Karen Ross joined Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, along with other state leaders, educators, and local champions, to spotlight the power of farm … Continue reading →

In recognition of today (April 22) as Earth Day, CDFA would like to lift-up farmers and ranchers as stewards of the land, nurturing the soil, conserving water, and protecting biodiversity to sustain our food systems. In California, where 90 percent … Continue reading →

As part of Earth Week activities across the country and around the world, CDFA is spotlighting the rendering industry as vital to California food and agriculture waste reduction, and the agency supports those who work in rendering by recognizing National … Continue reading →

CDFA’s Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) – working with the Inspection Services Division’s Produce Safety Program (PSP) – was recognized with five awards from the California Public Sector Chief Information Officer Academy for stellar work in government technology. Three ITSD … Continue reading →