…The CDFA immediately saw a problem when several mandarin-only packinghouses halted production. CDFA Environmental Program Manager Nawal Sharma said their goal is to help commerce survive during these environmental restrictions….
Proposed Expansion of the Light Brown Apple Moth Quarantine Boundary
…for regulatory updates through the email notification ListServ at: www.cdfa.ca.gov/subscriptions/index.html#planthealth. For questions regarding the regulations or map, please email Dayna Napolillo (dayna.napolillo@cdfa.ca.gov) or Keith Okasaki (keith.okasaki@cdfa.ca.gov) or call (916) 654-0312….
Tulare ACP Citrus Quarantine Expands, More Could Come
…they may have seen the Asian citrus psyllid are urged to call CDFA’s Pest Hotline at 1-800-491-1899. For more information on the Asian citrus psyllid and HLB, please visit: www.cdfa.ca.gov/go/acp….
Key Agriculture Componet Added to Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Awards
…are due Friday, July 11, 2014 and may be obtained at www.calepa.ca.gov/Awards/GEELA/. “Ecosystem services are an essential element in farming and ranching,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “They include waterfowl…
April 2014 Dairy Information Bulletin Released by CDFA
The California Department of Food and Agriculture released the April 2014 Dairy Information Bulletin today. Production of all milk on farms and ranches in California during April 2014 totaled 3.671…
California Citrus Industry Continues to Work Toward Eradicating the ACP
Asian Citrus Psyllid As the California citrus industry continues to work toward eradicating the Asian citrus psyllid, CDFA Citrus Program Manager, Victoria Hornbaker says she recommends more area-wide treatments. Work…
Groundwater Discussions at CDFA Meeting
…agriculture,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “How we manage this precious resource sustainably, while respecting the rights of landowners and the public, is vital as we plan for drought and…
Huanglongbing Disease Looming Over California
…Looming Over California Huanglongbing disease is spreading fast in Mexico, but as CDFA Citrus Program Manager, Victoria Hornbaker explains, there is a buffer-zone system in place along our borders. …
Proposed Expansion of the Light Brown Apple Moth Quarantine Boundary – Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego County
…www.cdfa.ca.gov/subscriptions/index.html#planthealth. For questions regarding the regulations or map, please email Dayna Napolillo (dayna.napolillo@cdfa.ca.gov) or Keith Okasaki (keith.okasaki@cdfa.ca.gov) or call (916) 654-0312. Thank you for your attention to this timely matter….
Three New Threats Identified for California Wine Grapes
Brown Marmorated Stinkbug At their last meeting, the CDFA Pierces Disease/Glassy Winged Sharp Shooter Board designated grapevine red blotch-associated virus, vine mealybug, and the brown marmorated stinkbug as threats to…
UC Davis Study Determines Preliminary Findings of Economic Impact of Drought in Central Valley
…the economic impacts of the drought, ” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “The research confirms where emergency drought assistance will be needed most, and efforts are already underway.” The UC…
Salinas Valley Fair Underway
…the Salinas Valley Fair, and the fairs around the state are under the CDFA umbrella. They offer an opportunity for members of youth agriculture programs to showcase the animals they’ve…
A Reminder for All California Farmers and Ranchers
…the success of American agriculture. Additional resources for drought relief can be found by going to the USDA website at www.usda.gov/drought and the California Department of Agriculture website at www.cdfa.ca.gov/drought….
Meeting to Focus on Future of CA Ag
…Shields Avenue, Davis, CA, 95616. “California is at the cutting edge of innovation within the agriculture sector from water use efficiency to research advancements and product development,” said CDFA Secretary…