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Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law Senate Bill 65, legislation by Senator Lois Wolk, D-Solano, changing an outdated labeling law that enabled olive oils to say they were produced in California, or a region of California. “As California’s olive oil … Continue reading →

By Katie Shepard As California moves through its fourth summer of drought, cutting back on water use means shorter showers, fuller dishwashers and drier lawns for most people living in urban areas. But for small farms nestled between city streets, … Continue reading →

By Katie L. Strong Humans love Sriracha sauce, and the pleasurable, painful sensation that makes us want to slather tacos, rice and barbecue with it and other spicy condiments comes down to one molecule: capsaicin. Professors Jie Zheng and Vladimir … Continue reading →

I am happy to announce the launch of the California Farmer Marketplace, www.cafarmermarketplace.com, by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Farm to Fork. The Marketplace is a free statewide website that will feature fresh California produce, grains, … Continue reading →

During the next five years, U.S. college graduates will find good employment opportunities if they have expertise in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources, or the environment. Between 2015 and 2020, we expect to see 57,900 average annual openings for graduates … Continue reading →

By Samantha Cowan  Some of America’s most popular competition shows feature dozens of women vying for the attention of one man, singers attempting to impress judges who can’t see them, and celebrities trying to keep up with professional dancers. Tanzania’s … Continue reading →

CDFA’s Division of Measurement Standards (DMS) often deals with the application of new technology as it evaluates the accuracy and suitability of new measuring devices for commercial service.  Over the years, we have encountered many new commercial instruments and software-interfaced … Continue reading →

By Amber Manfree In the historic heart of Napa Valley, a moderate climate and the alluvial soils deposited by the Napa River create perfect conditions for world-class cabernets. An acre of vines here sells for around $300,000, or 25 times the … Continue reading →

The USDA has designated the week of August 2-8 as National Farmers Market Week. California leads the nation with 793 certified farmers markets – sales venues for certified agricultural producers selling healthy and high-quality produce directly to consumers. Until 1977, state … Continue reading →

  Antelope Valley Fair 8/21/2015 to 8/30/2015 Lancaster, CA Butte County Fair 8/27/2015 to 8/30/2015 Gridley, CA Del Norte County Fair 8/6/2015 to 8/9/2015 Crescent City, CA Humboldt County Fair 8/20/2015 to 8/30/2015 Ferndale, CA Modoc District Fair 8/27/2015 to … Continue reading →