…has been detected on a trap northwest of the city of Orange Cove. The latest interception was confirmed by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), bringing the number…
First Detection of Asian Citrus Psyllid in Citrus Orchard Reported
…inspected by the agricultural commissioner’s staff and purchase citrus fruit from local farmers’ markets or supermarkets. For more information about the Asian citrus psyllid, visit the CDFA website at http://www.cdfa.ca.gov….
CDFA’s Commitment to Eradicate the Japanese Beetle
Photo by Bruce Marlin The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is currently working on a pair of Japanese beetle eradication projects in Sacramento County, in the communities of…
Guava Fruit Fly Quarantine in Portion of Los Angeles County
…Avenue; and on the east by Norwalk Boulevard. A link to the quarantine map may be found here: http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/gff/regulation.html. To prevent the spread of fruit flies through homegrown fruits and…
CDFA Announces 2015 Funding For The State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP)
…Prospective applicants must access the “Application Guidelines” at www.cdfa.ca.gov/go/SWEEP for detailed information on eligibility and program requirements. To streamline and expedite the application process, CDFA is partnering with the State…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Detected in City of Bakersfield, Kern County
…who think they may have seen the pest are urged to call the Pest Hotline at 1-800-491-1899. For more information on the Asian citrus psyllid and huanglongbing disease visit: http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/acp/….
CDFA Announces Vacancies On The Fertilizer Research and Education Program’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee
…email at FREP@cdfa.ca.gov. The application deadline is July 1, 2015. For further information on the Fertilizer Research and Education Program, please contact FREP staff at (916) 900-5022 or visit http://cdfa.ca.gov/is/ffldrs/frep…
Governor’s May Revise Budget Doubles-Down on CDFA Drought and Climate Change Programs
…the estimated greenhouse gas reduction is 2.1 million metric tons. We’ll be able to leverage that success impressively with this new funding. CDFA’s Dairy Digester Research and Development Program would…
CDFA’s Drought Resources Web Page; a Useful Tool for Farmers, Ranchers and Farmworkers
CDFA’s Drought Resources web page stands as a valuable tool for farmers, ranchers and farmworkers seeking information about the drought in California and assistance programs. The page features links to…
Healthy Soils Initiative: A Foundation for Agricultural Sustainability and Climate Change Resilience
…soils. CDFA will coordinate this initiative under its existing authority provided by the Environmental Farming Act.” The first step of this new initiative was for CDFA to gather key agencies…
CDFA Introduces Pollinator Protection Web Page
Photo courtesy of CDFA As the health of European honey bees and other pollinators continues to be a top priority for scientists around the country, CDFA has introduced a Pollinator…
Avian Flu Outbreak Requires Vigilance In California
…possible to protect poultry by reporting signs of disease–particularly large, unexpected die-offs–to your veterinarian and CDFA. The virus spreads rapidly, so immediate detection and reporting is critical to limiting spread….
Asian Citrus Psyllid Quarantine in San Benito County
…seen ACP or symptoms of HLB on their citrus trees are urged to call CDFA’s Pest Hotline at 1-800-491-1899. For more information on the ACP and HLB, please visit: www.cdfa.ca.gov/go/acp…
Fresno Drought Forum is an Opportunity for Agriculture
From CDFA: By Craig McNamara, President, California State Board of Food and Agriculture Craig McNamara Photo courtesy of CDFA Tomorrow (May 5), the California State Board of Food and Agriculture…