Monthly Archives: August 2026

Maddy Institute summer interns benefit from exposure to CDFA public service

August 28, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

CDFA hosted five Maddy Institute Agricultural Policy interns this summer, who each received an in-depth look at the policies shaping agriculture while preparing them for a career in agricultural policy and public service. “We’re pleased to work with the Maddy Institute each summer to introduce our next generation of agricultural leaders to the scope of work at the California Department …

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Celebrating California Peaches on National Peach Day – August 27

August 27, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

National Peach Day, celebrated on August 27, is a chance to celebrate the growers, farmers, farmworkers, producers, and everyone across the agricultural community who helps bring California peaches from the orchard to our tables. California is the nation’s leading peach-producing state. In 2025, California produced approximately 528,000 tons of peaches, ranking No. 1 in the country in both production and …

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CDFA Secretary Karen Ross Visits Australia: Queensland, a Showcase in Innovation

August 26, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

From CDFA Secretary Karen Ross Queensland is Australia’s largest agricultural state and is leaning into agtech to improve productivity and outcomes for producers. During our first few days, we have engaged with a diverse range of groups, all passionate about collaboration and advancing agtech adoption and climate resilience. During our bilateral meeting with the Queensland Department of Primary Industries (DPI), …

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Celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer at Farmers & Makers in Paso Robles

August 25, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

Celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer alongside some of the women shaping the face of California food and agriculture at Cherry Bombe’s Farmers & Makers in Paso Robles September 25-27th, 2026.  In honor of the International Year of the Woman Farmer, Cherry Bombe is bringing together farmers, chefs, winemakers, artisans and food lovers for a weekend celebrating the …

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Secretary Karen Ross on Leadership, Innovation, and the Future

August 24, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

Secretary Karen Ross is featured in the July edition of the ONOR Journal in a conversation about leadership, innovation and preparing the next generation for the future. In the feature, Secretary Ross shares insights drawn from her career in agriculture and public service, emphasizing that while technology and innovation are transforming agriculture, people remain at the heart of progress. “Today’s …

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Best of the West Global Buyers Event Happening in California This Fall

August 21, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

Registration ends August 31 – Register now! Companies interested in connecting with foreign buyers have until August 31 to register for the fall edition of the Best of the West Global Buyers Event, taking place September 8-11 in California. Hosted in conjunction with the California Department of Food and Agriculture, the inbound mission will offer participating companies two opportunities to …

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Join the 2026 California Agritourism Summit in Paso Robles

August 20, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

Whether you’re an established u-pick farmer, a travel professional looking for a way to set yourself apart from the pack or a small farming operation looking into ways to grow your business, the 2026 California Agritourism Summit offers valuable insights into one of agriculture’s fastest-growing opportunities. California Agritourism Summit What is agritourism? The University of California’s Agriculture and Natural Resources …

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Celebrating California Potatoes on National Potato Day – August 19

August 19, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

August 19 is National Potato Day — a time to celebrate one of California’s agricultural crops and the people who help bring it from the field to our tables. In 2025, California potato growers harvested approximately 455,000 tons of potatoes on approximately 20,900 acres. The crop was valued at $327.3 million. California potatoes are grown in diverse regions across the …

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Celebrating National Honey Bee Day

August 14, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

National Honey Bee Day is celebrated on the third Saturday of August. This year the holiday falls on Saturday, August 15. Ahead of National Honey Bee Day on August 15, we’re celebrating the honey bees and beekeepers that play an important role in California agriculture. Honey bees do more than produce honey. Through pollination, they contribute to the production of …

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California Grown Lettuce and Leafy Greens Not Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak

August 12, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

From California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) With the ongoing cyclospora outbreak, many consumers, restaurants and grocery stores are concerned about the safety of their produce and its origin. The California LGMA would like to assure the public that California lettuce and leafy greens are in full production and are not associated with the ongoing outbreak. The U.S. Food and …

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