Monthly Archives: January 2021

CDFA awards $2 million for nutrient management projects through FREP Grant Program

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) announces $2.18 million in grant funds are being awarded to agricultural organizations and universities as a result of the 2020 cycle of the competitive FREP Grant … Continue reading

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CA Farm to School Network invites participation in survey, March 10-12 virtual conference, January 28 or 29 youth roundtable, grant program

The California Farm to School Network is inviting participation in four opportunities: A 5-minute survey to help the network understand how to better facilitate connections and collaboration between California’s farm to school leaders. The 2021 CA Farm to School Virtual … Continue reading

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Highlights of the January California Farm to School Network newsletter include: One month left to apply for the California Farm to School Incubator Grant Program The California departments of education and health care services released results of the 2017-19 Biennial … Continue reading

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Blog details how farms can find out if they are exempt from Produce Safety Rule

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Produce Safety Program is now actively performing inspections of California produce farms to verify compliance with food safety regulations under the federal Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. These new … Continue reading

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CDFA accepting proposals for 2021 Fertilizer Research and Education Program grants

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) Grant Program is now accepting proposals for the 2021 grant cycle. Applicants are invited to submit two-page concept proposals to FREP by Friday, January 29, 2021. … Continue reading

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