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If you’re a farmer, rancher or food manufacturer interested in expanding market and trade opportunities, there are several upcoming seminars that could help. CDFA and the Western U.S. Agricultural Trade Association (WUSATA) will discuss international programs and services that support … Continue reading →

From a CA GROWN news release This September there’s more than one reason to raise a glass. September 1 kicked off California Wine Month, officially designated by the California State Legislature as a statewide recognition of one of the world’s … Continue reading →

This week, CDFA Undersecretary Christine Birdsong joined a California delegation in Denmark to focus on building academic and business collaborations on the bioeconomy.  California and Denmark share a commitment to fostering a bio-based economy, using agriculture and other industry sectors … Continue reading →

CDFA recognizes September as National Food Safety Education Month with a continuing commitment to food safety education across California. For example, the CDFA Produce Safety Program’s goals are to “educate before and while we regulate,” and to support California produce … Continue reading →

This Labor Day, Secretary Karen Ross shares a message of gratitude for the hardworking people who keep California agriculture moving forward.

News Release from Governor Gavin Newsom What you need to know: As part of California Jobs First, the state is awarding $80 million through the Regional Investment Initiative to fund ready-to-go projects that will support more than 23,000 jobs and drive … Continue reading →

CDFA’s Information Technology department received three awards last night at the annual “Best of California” awards at the California Government Innovation Summit in Sacramento. The award series recognizes state and local government as well as educational organizations for innovative technology … Continue reading →

Today, August 26, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) proudly recognizes California Farmworker Day—established in 2021 by Governor Gavin Newsom to honor California’s farmworkers. At the height of harvest, this day shines a spotlight on the extraordinary contributions … Continue reading →

Learn more about the California Farm to School Network

CDFA is on the front lines of a silent battle, one that impacts California’s horses and the equine industry every single day. While outbreaks like bird flu may get more headlines, the battle to safeguard California’s equine community against diseases … Continue reading →