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California’s annual celebration of agriculture returned to the west steps of the State Capitol today, bringing together farmers, ranchers, agricultural enthusiasts and leaders around this year’s theme: “Ag At Work: Cultivating Careers & Communities.” California’s First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom addressed … Continue reading →

CDFA Secretary Karen Ross spoke about the benefits of urban agriculture at an event hosted today by the Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) at the International Garden of Many Colors in Sacramento. “By continuing to invest in urban agriculture … Continue reading →

International trade plays and important role for California’s agricultural industry.  Exports of the state’s agricultural bounty supports jobs both on and off the farm, including harvesting, farm labor, marketing, transportation, and port work. It is estimated that California’s agricultural exports from … Continue reading →

Mark your calendars for March 19, and join us in celebrating California ag! This year’s theme is “Ag At Work: Cultivating Careers and Communities.” Did you know there are over 300 unique careers in agriculture? From farmers and farmworkers to … Continue reading →

March 8 is International Women’s Day, and CDFA would like to commemorate the occasion by celebrating the dedication and leadership of California women in agriculture. There are 45,244 women producers across the state, and they manage 11.5 million acres on … Continue reading →

Gov. Newsom announces a blueprint that is driven by local input from 13 regions across the state Gov. Gavin Newsom announced  the launch of the California Jobs First Economic Blueprint. This equity-focused, climate-forward initiative is the first economic development strategy of its … Continue reading →

Climate-smart, energy efficient refrigeration units funded by CDFA’s Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program are expected to provide emissions savings equivalent to the electricity use of 605 homes per year, or 2,815 tons of carbon dioxide. This impact is outlined in a … Continue reading →

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 →