Author Archives: Office of Public Affairs

From Morning Ag Clips The expanding use of technology by organic growers, regardless of the size of their operation, will be the topic of an educational session at the upcoming Organic Grower Summit. “Technology Is Not Just For Big Ag” … Continue reading →

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California’s network of fairs are fulfilling a crucial role as evacuation centers for people and animals and as a staging area for fire crews. The following fairgrounds have operations occurring as part of overall response efforts. Butte County Fair (Gridley, … Continue reading →

The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 33rd annual survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $48.90, or less than $5.00 per person. This is a 22-cent … Continue reading →

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued updated draft guidance for industry with respect to “Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption.”  The purpose of the guidance, or guidelines, is to help … Continue reading →

CDFA has issued draft regulations for industrial hemp cultivation in California and is accepting public comments through December 24. After comments are considered CDFA will move to finalize the regulations and anticipates that county agricultural commissioners will begin accepting applications … Continue reading →

By Todd Fichette For the second time in several years eradication of a vicious agricultural pest was achieved in the United States (and California) as the cotton industry hails elimination of the pink bollworm, a destructive pest that threatened to … Continue reading →