{"id":29173,"date":"2025-08-12T11:13:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T18:13:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/?p=29173"},"modified":"2025-08-12T11:13:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T18:13:37","slug":"cultivating-future-ag-leaders-cdfa-welcomes-summer-interns-and-fellows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/index.php\/2025\/08\/12\/cultivating-future-ag-leaders-cdfa-welcomes-summer-interns-and-fellows\/","title":{"rendered":"Cultivating Future Ag Leaders: CDFA Welcomes Summer Interns and Fellows"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.29.25-Sec.-Ross-with-Interns-scaled.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.29.25-Sec.-Ross-with-Interns-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29174\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.29.25-Sec.-Ross-with-Interns-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.29.25-Sec.-Ross-with-Interns-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.29.25-Sec.-Ross-with-Interns-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.29.25-Sec.-Ross-with-Interns-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/plantingseedsblog.cdfa.ca.gov\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.29.25-Sec.-Ross-with-Interns-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Secretary Ross with summer interns and fellows. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>CDFA proudly welcomed seven interns and fellows this summer for work in divisions throughout the agency. The group includes five Maddy Institute* interns, one California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) fellow, and one Stanford Environment and Policy Internships (EPIC) fellow. These individuals contributed meaningfully to CDFA, bringing fresh ideas, dedication and a shared commitment to California\u2019s agricultural future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Summer of Growth and Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From legislative affairs to animal welfare, each participant engaged directly with <a href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdfa.ca.gov%2FCDFA-Mission.html&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteve.lyle%40cdfa.ca.gov%7Ca16c605899ee4a9c103c08ddd8e7613e%7Cafdfd251a22248978cbaae68cabfffbc%7C0%7C0%7C638905210513494959%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=af8l5rWT9KDecTtSyER0rZFH%2Fw%2Ba2URH8Mm5VR98C%2FI%3D&amp;reserved=0\">CDFA\u2019s mission<\/a>. Their roles provided hands-on exposure to California\u2019s agricultural policies, regulations and services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Marisol Ferrerya Orozco<\/em>: Developed administrative and policy-related skills in Marketing Services while benefiting from mentorship by CDFA staff, supporting her academic and professional development. (Maddy Institute Intern, California State University, Sacramento)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Garret Gomes<\/em>: Honed his legislative tracking and analysis skills and participated in constituent meetings in the Office of Legislative Affairs, furthering his understanding of agricultural policy making. (Maddy Institute Intern, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Raisa Rahim<\/em>: Supported the Deputy Secretary for Climate and Working Lands by highlighting climate-smart farmers and CDFA partners. (CCST Fellow)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Zayra Y. Vazquez<\/em>: Contributed to Pierce\u2019s Disease Control Program strategy documents, legislative reports and visited the Arvin facility to gain insight into biological pest control methods. (Maddy Institute Intern, California State University, Stanislaus)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Sofia Vera Verduzco:<\/em> Assisted the Climate and Working Lands team on climate resilience strategy and equity initiatives. (Stanford EPIC Fellow)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Mia Zamora:<\/em> Worked on Animal Health and Food Safety Services Division <a href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdfa.ca.gov%2FAHFSS%2FAnimalCare%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteve.lyle%40cdfa.ca.gov%7Ca16c605899ee4a9c103c08ddd8e7613e%7Cafdfd251a22248978cbaae68cabfffbc%7C0%7C0%7C638905210513522140%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=nRInqGgfT3SOrVrHwNnh5ISXMQRTfZk8rG2pY8MT%2Bfg%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Proposition 12<\/a>\u00a0implementation, crafted stakeholder guidance and collaborated with CDFA\u2019s legal team to advance animal welfare initiatives. (Maddy Institute Intern, California State University, Fresno)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Jesus Zavala<\/em>: Helped the Inspection Services Division develop a survey for the Certified Farmers\u2019 Market Advisory Committee, helped create a video promoting California Certified Farmers\u2019 Markets and participated in agricultural inspections, bridging policy with real world application. (Maddy Institute Intern, California State University, Bakersfield)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insights That Last a Lifetime<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond their daily assignments, interns and fellows joined field tours, shadowed CDFA staff, and participated in key meetings, gaining a deeper appreciation for public service in agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As intern Jesus Zavala shared, \u201cMy CDFA internship revealed how public policy directly supports California\u2019s agriculture, from market oversight to community engagement, making it a deeply rewarding experience in agricultural public service.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Investing in Future Leaders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CDFA\u2019s commitment to mentorship and professional development was at the heart of this summer\u2019s experience. By welcoming interns and fellows, the department continues to nurture the next generation of leaders in agriculture, science and public service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As these individuals return to their academic and professional paths, they take with them the knowledge, skills and inspiration to help shape a more resilient and equitable agricultural future. CDFA looks forward to supporting their journeys and those of future interns and fellows in the years ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*The <a href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthemaddyinstitute.org%2Fabout-us%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csteve.lyle%40cdfa.ca.gov%7Ca16c605899ee4a9c103c08ddd8e7613e%7Cafdfd251a22248978cbaae68cabfffbc%7C0%7C0%7C638905210513543503%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=IrMluccY%2Fx%2Bb4rxCPu8P3pT0gYZcVGNFSuGiLXrYwik%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Maddy Institute<\/a> is a nonpartisan, nonprofit public policy institute for the San Juaquin Valley inspiring public leadership for the Central Valley.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CDFA proudly welcomed seven interns and fellows this summer for work in divisions throughout the agency. 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