Author Archives: Office of Public Affairs

The 2023 Salinas Biological Summit is showcasing international solutions for improving soil and plant health, offering growers an overview of opportunities biologicals have to improve crop yield and protect against plant pests and diseases. With international representation from nine countries, the Summit is fostering discussions on the global regulatory environment, grower opportunities for biologicals, and perspectives from innovators.   The Summit …

CDFA encourages all Californians to shop at Certified Farmers’ Markets to experience the healthy benefits of purchasing local produce and developing relationships with area farmers. This video is of a recent Saturday morning at the Davis Farmers Market in Davis, CA, with participating farmers describing its rewarding sense of community. We also encourage you to click here to vote for …

On June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of the Civil War and the end of slavery. This day in history has been recognized as Juneteenth (“June” + “nineteenth”) and celebrates this turning point toward the end of slavery in the United States. CDFA acknowledges the significance of this holiday in the …

The California Agricultural Heritage Club recognizes the impact of pioneering farms, farm bureaus and agribusinesses that have built California into a proud leader in agriculture and food production, celebrating milestones of 100, 125, 150, and 175 years of agribusiness. The Heritage Club convenes and welcomes new members each year during the run of the California State Fair, and nominations for …

CDFA Deputy Secretary for Fairs Michael Flores (at podium) was at the kickoff event today for the Kings County Fair as it begins its four-day run in Hanford through June 18. Deputy Secretary Flores highlighted an $89 million slate of projects at Hanford and eleven other fairgrounds sites around the state. The projects include new and expanded safe-shelter space, kitchen …