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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 farms and ranches that contribute $22.2 billion in agricultural sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
California’s farming and ranching women are vital to the success of our state’s industries and are at the forefront of shaping the future of food production. Whether they are growing crops, raising livestock, or working in the ag value chain, their tireless work ensures that we continue to have access to fresh, sustainable, and high-quality produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As we recognize International Women’s Day, let\u2019s recognize the invaluable contributions of every woman involved in agriculture\u2014from farmworkers to ranchers to farm owners. Their resilience and passion are building a better, more sustainable future for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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