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CDFA helps reel in catch of short measure tuna cans

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Kristin Macey, Director, CDFA Division of Measurement Standards

You may have heard recently that some of the largest tuna packagers in the country agreed to pay several million dollars to settle a case that started with the discovery that cans of tuna contained less fish than required by … Continue reading →

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Measuring the Olympics

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Kristin Macey, Director, CDFA Division of Measurement Standards

The Olympic Games are one of the greatest international stages in the world, with the best athletes coming together for feats of skill, strength and endurance. But medal winners rely on more than just ability.  A precise system of measurements, … Continue reading →

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Alternative Fuels in California

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Kristin Macey, Director, CDFA Division of Measurement Standards

It’s been a watershed few weeks for alternative fuels in California with more than $30 million in grant funding announced recently by the California Energy Commission for research, development and distribution. At CDFA, we pay close attention to the distribution … Continue reading →

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World Metrology Day 2012 Honors the “Weight of the World”

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Kristin Macey, Director, CDFA Division of Measurement Standards

First things first: this blog post is about metrology, not meteorology. Meteorology is the study of the Earth’s atmosphere and weather. Metrology is the science of measurement. Both are important sciences that impact our everyday lives, but in different ways. A little … Continue reading →

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Measuring Their Worth: What “Weights and Measures” Mean to California

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Kristin Macey, Director, CDFA Division of Measurement Standards

“Every penny counts” may be an old quote, but it rings just as true today.  The average price of gasoline has shot up to over $4.00 per gallon again.  Plenty of people will do the math and maybe drive a … Continue reading →

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