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Story from Ag Net West Several California agricultural leaders, including Ag Secretary Karen Ross, are back from a week-long trade mission overseas. Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis M. Taylor led the South Korea trade mission, which … Continue reading →

The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) continues to unveil data from the 2022 Census of Agriculture, including the release of newly-developed state and county profiles. California is the leading agricultural state in the nation, with more than $59 billion … Continue reading →

CDFA concludes its celebration of Women’s History Month with a profile of Kathy Diaz, Director of Marketing Services. Kathy oversees the agency’s promotion of California’s agricultural products as well as agriculture statistics, dairy marketing; market enforcement, milk pooling, and local … Continue reading →

As we recognize National Farmworkers Awareness Week (March 25 – 31), we celebrate the essential role farmworkers play in our food system. CDFA supports our essential agricultural workforce across California. By leveraging partnerships, CDFA supports initiatives that implement comprehensive strategies … Continue reading →

CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH In celebration of Women’s History Month, California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Undersecretary Christine Birdsong (left) moderated a panel of women leaders in CDFA today at the department’s headquarters. Panelists revisited their own paths that … Continue reading →

CDFA Secretary Karen Ross is with agribusinesses, agricultural associations, the USDA, and state departments of agriculture on a trade mission to South Korea focusing on building trade relationships and expanding market opportunities. South Korea is California’s sixth largest export destination, … Continue reading →

CDFA Secretary Karen Ross spoke at the recent California State Future Farmers of America Leadership Conference in Sacramento. The event highlighted student accomplishments and brought together approximately 7,500 FFA members.  Secretary Ross emphasized the significance of FFA in fostering a sense … Continue reading →

CDFA is proud to continue to spotlight the talented women leaders at our agency, as part of Women’s History Month. Meet Natalie Krout-Greenberg, Director of the Inspection Services Division.

Here’s a look back at another successful Ag Day yesterday at the State Capitol, with CDFA Secretary Karen Ross.

Happy Ag Day! California’s annual celebration of agriculture returned to the sunny west steps of the State Capitol today, bringing together farmers, ranchers, agricultural enthusiasts and leaders around this year’s theme: “Next-Gen Tools, Talent & Tech.” Special thanks to California’s … Continue reading →