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 of farms are family-owned, these growers provide a third of the nation’s vegetables and over three-quarters of its fruits and nuts—all while navigating challenges like drought, extreme heat, and shifting pest pressures.
CDFA’s Office of Agricultural Resilience & Sustainability (OARS) supports farmers and ranchers to implement science-driven solutions that enhance sustainability. through programs promoting practices that help build healthy soils, save water and energy, support biodiversity, and manage and utilize agricultural waste.
CDFA and OARS are committed to supporting a vibrant agricultural economy, healthy communities, and thriving ecosystems.
This Earth Day let’s celebrate the hardworking hands that feed us while protecting our natural resources—because for farmers and ranchers, every day is Earth Day!