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#CDFACentennial – Centennial Reflections with Tad Bell

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

The California Department of Food and Agriculture is celebrating its 100th anniversary as a state agency in 2019. Throughout the year this blog will feature a number of items to commemorate this milestone. Today we continue with the Centennial Reflections … Continue reading →

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Farm Bureau survey shows increasing Ag labor challenges

Posted on May 1, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

From the California Farm Bureau Federation Despite taking a variety of steps to alleviate chronic shortages of agricultural employees, California farmers and ranchers continue to report problems in hiring enough people for on-farm jobs. A survey released today shows 56% … Continue reading →

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Governor Newsom directs state agencies, including CDFA, to prepare water resilience portfolio for California

Posted on April 29, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

As climate change continues to threaten the state’s water infrastructure and reliability, Governor Gavin Newsom today signed an executive order directing his administration to think differently and act boldly by developing a comprehensive strategy to build a climate-resilient water system. … Continue reading →

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A week to recognize Earth Day: photos of California farms

Posted on April 26, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

Our week-long recognition of Earth Day continues with photos of some California farms. CDFA secretary Karen Ross reminded us earlier this week that farming is both a creative art and a productive process. It’s also a commitment to sustainable stewardship … Continue reading →

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#CDFACentennial – Centennial Reflections video series with Kristin Macey

Posted on April 25, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

The California Department of Food and Agriculture is celebrating its 100th anniversary as a state agency in 2019. Throughout the year this blog will feature a number of items to commemorate this milestone. Today we continue with the Centennial Reflections … Continue reading →

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CDFA’s Healthy Soils Program making an impact in Central Valley – from KQED

Posted on April 24, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

By Lauren Sommer California’s climate change efforts can be spotted all over the Bay Area in the growing number of electric cars and solar panels. But now, California is enlisting people from a more conservative part of the state — … Continue reading →

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USDA introduces food waste reduction contest for students

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

Food waste is a problem everyone can tackle, including our nation’s youth. As part of Winning on Reducing Food Waste Month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), is launching Ace the Waste! A student competition for food waste reduction ideas. … Continue reading →

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#CDFACentennial – Centennial Reflections video series with Lynn Morgan

Posted on April 19, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

The California Department of Food and Agriculture is celebrating its 100th anniversary as a state agency in 2019. Throughout the year this blog will feature a number of items to commemorate this milestone. Today we continue with the Centennial Reflections … Continue reading →

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CDFA partnership with California Association of Resource Conservation Districts

Posted on April 18, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

From the Association’s monthly partner spotlight The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has been an essential partner and supporter of the California Association of Resource Conservation Districts (CARCD) and Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs). CDFA is a key funder and … Continue reading →

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Nitrogen management advice for fruits, nuts and other crops – From California Ag Today

Posted on April 17, 2019 by Office of Public Affairs

Note – CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) has provided funding, guidance and consultation to this nitrogen management project since 2013. It’s part of the joint Nitrogen Management Training Program with the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources … Continue reading →

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