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This week, CDFA Secretary Karen Ross traveled to Ontario to join 7,600 students from across the state who gathered for the 98th California FFA State Leadership Conference<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serving as the opening speaker for the Monday program, Secretary Ross helped kick off the day by sharing her enthusiasm for the future of agriculture<\/a> and encouraging students to seek out opportunities to move the industry forward. Her message centered on the vital role young leaders play in shaping the future of California agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Secretary Ross described how advancements in agricultural technology, from irrigation systems to data-driven tools, are transforming the way food is grown, processed, and delivered. She emphasized that future leaders will need not only agricultural knowledge but also skills in science, technology, and continuous learning to help the state remain competitive and effective.<\/p>\n\n\n

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She also highlighted statewide efforts to expand opportunities in agriculture through the California Jobs First<\/a> workforce development and innovation initiative. Programs such as the F3 Initiative<\/a> and Beam Circular<\/a> are regional examples supporting ag tech as a pathway for rewarding careers while strengthening California\u2019s food and agriculture system.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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