Monthly Archives: September 2026

Secretary Karen Ross Recognized for More Than 15 Years of Service to Agriculture

September 16, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross was recognized for more than 15 years of service to agriculture during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s (NASDA) inaugural Years of Service Ceremony at its 2026 annual meeting in Portland, Maine. Secretary Ross was among five state agriculture leaders recognized in the 15+ Years of Service category. The …

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CDFA Food Safety Series: Produce Safety Program Protecting California Food Safety through 2,770 On-Farm Inspections since 2019

September 15, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

California is committed to keeping our food safe. In recognition of National Food Safety Education Month, CDFA will be sharing more information about the programs that help make sure food grown and processed in California is as safe as possible. California plays a major role in feeding the nation. We grow about half of the country’s vegetables and three‑quarters of …

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CDFA Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month 2026: Isabel Rosas’ Journey in Agriculture

September 15, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) During National Hispanic Heritage Month and International Year of the Woman Farmer, the story of Isabel Rosas is a reminder of the many paths that can lead people to California agriculture. For someone who once said she would never become a farmer, agriculture ultimately became a way to build a business, …

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Know Your Pests: Asian Citrus Psyllid & Huanglongbing

September 11, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

Asian Citrus Psyllid and Huanglongbing As part of our “Know Your Pests” series leading up to California’s Invasive Species Council summit on October 1-2 in Sacramento, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is highlighting invasive pests and diseases that Californians should be aware of, and providing information on how to report any suspect pests. Knowing what to look …

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Know Your Pests: Glassy-winged Sharpshooter (GWSS)

September 8, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

Glassy-winged Sharpshooter As part of our “Know Your Pests” series leading up to California’s Invasive Species Council summit on October 1-2 in Sacramento, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is highlighting invasive pests and species that Californians should be aware of, and CDFA is also providing information on how to report any suspect pests. Knowing what to look …

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California and the Australian state of Queensland ink new partnership to accelerate climate resilience, agricultural technology, and innovation

September 3, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

News Release from the Office of the Governor What you need to know: California and Queensland are developing a new partnership to advance agricultural innovation and climate resilience SACRAMENTO – California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis and representatives from Governor Newsom’s administration recently welcomed Premier and Minister for Veterans David Crisafulli, Member of Parliament for the Government of Queensland, Australia, to ink a new memorandum …

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‘Pour Outside the Lines’ during California Wine Month this September

September 1, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

From unexpected pairings to new ways to explore wine country, California Wine Month invites people to enjoy wine on their own terms California Wine Month returns this September with a fresh invitation to rethink when, where and how wine fits into everyday life. This year’s statewide theme, “Pour Outside the Lines,” encourages consumers to discover unexpected pairings, new experiences and …

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Food Safety: National Food Safety Education Month

September 1, 2026   Office of Public Affairs

At the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), protecting the food supply is central to our mission. California’s farmers and ranchers feed millions of people in our state, across the country, and around the world. CDFA’s responsibility is to ensure that the food grown and produced here meets the highest standards of safety, and we hold ourselves fully accountable …

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