…Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), said that educating growers on biological inputs is the first step towards the expansion of the farm management toolbox. “Many challenges facing growers are…
Proposals for New Conservation Practices for Healthy Soils Program Sought
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is inviting proposals for new conservation practices to be included in its Healthy Soils Program (HSP). As part of the California Healthy…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 06-14-24
…for CDFA’s Healthy Soils Program are being sought. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent /…
Spotted Lanternfly Egg Masses Found on Shipment from New York
…California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) for their preventive measures and diligent inspections. Resources for identifying and reporting possible spotted lanternfly discoveries are available from CDFA. Listen to the…
Efforts to Keep California Herds Safe from Avian Influenza
…“What the state veterinarian and the CDFA have decided to do is identify on the Certificate of Veterinary Inspection that these animals are not originating from a premise with a…
California Citrus Farmers Anticipate a Good Year Despite Several Challenges
…bright. INVASIVE PEST PROBLEMS In Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, backyard citrus trees are the source of the oriental fruit fly invasion. The CDFA is actively working to eradicate the…
Nine California Counties Among Top 10 in U.S. Ag Sales
…Kings. “Once again, California has the top agricultural counties in the nation, which is a testament to the resilience and innovation of all those involved in food production,” said CDFA…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 02-06-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, we’ll tell you about a CDFA grant to support pollinators in citrus groves…
Questions and Concerns with California Budget Proposal
…Pesticide Regulation. The state will also dip into its rainy-day reserves to meet the goals set in the budget plan. CDFA SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE INITIATIVES The budget proposal will impact several…
CDFA Accepting Applications for Healthy Soils Program
Approximately $12 million in funding for Healthy Soils Program Incentive Grants is available from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The program is currently accepting grant applications through…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 01-10-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, the CDFA and State Board are hosting sessions on defining regenerative agriculture and…
Citrus Yellow Vein Clearing Virus Found in Los Angeles County
…a routine multi-pest survey conducted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The finding marks the second area in California where the virus has been detected, after being…
CDFA Puts a Pause on SWEEP Solicitation
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announced it will not be accepting applications for direct-to-producer assistance as part of the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) at…
STOP QIP Petition Disqualified
A STOP QIP petition has officially been disqualified by California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Secretary Karen Ross. An announcement was made on December 16. The petition sought a…