Author Archives: Joshua Bingham

Apply by April 10 to fill vacancy on Feed Inspection Advisory Board

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announces one vacancy on the Feed Inspection Advisory Board (FIAB). This board makes regulatory and enforcement recommendations to CDFA to help ensure that commercial feed inspections contribute to a clean and wholesome … Continue reading

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Staff Spotlight: Valerie White helps ensure CA livestock industry is getting safe and nutritional feed

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

NAME: Valerie White YEARS AT CDFA: 5 PROGRAM: Commercial Feed Regulatory Program TITLE: Environmental Scientist, Feed Lab Coordinator USUAL ACTIVITIES ON THE JOB: My job consists of being the middle woman for all of our livestock feed samples that are … Continue reading

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Inspection Services Division annual report highlights accomplishments of 2022

Posted on March 8, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announces the release of its Inspection Services Division Annual Report 2022. The annual report offers an overview of Inspection Services Division’s (ISD) programs, boards and committees, fiscal year expenditures, mission, vision, goals … Continue reading

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Apply now for active handler of avocados vacancy on Avocado Inspection Committee

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is announcing a vacancy on the Avocado Inspection Committee (AIC). The AIC advises the CDFA Secretary on all matters pertaining to the California Avocado Inspection Program. This program protects the consumer and industry … Continue reading

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CDFA announces vacancies on California Organic Products Advisory Committee

Posted on March 3, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is announcing vacancies on the California Organic Products Advisory Committee (COPAC). COPAC advises the CDFA Secretary on matters pertaining to the California State Organic Program (SOP). The SOP is responsible for enforcement of federal and … Continue reading

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FREP blog welcomes new FIAB Technical Advisory Subcommittee members

Posted on February 27, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

The Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) blog welcomes two new members of the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board (FIAB) Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC). TASC members advise on FREP activities and assist with the FREP Grant Program through helping set project … Continue reading

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CDFA Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program helps ensure quality and compliance

Posted on February 27, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

Did you know that CDFA’s Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program (FMIP) conducts routine inspections to ensure fertilizing materials meet the quantity and quality guaranteed by the manufacturer? For example, in the accompanying photo a CDFA inspector is taking a sample of … Continue reading

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CA Farm to School Network newsletter offers tips, resources and connections to F2S community

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

Click here to view the newsletter. The California Farm to School Network includes farm to school practitioners and enthusiasts statewide. Visit the CDFA Farm to School Program webpage to subscribe to these monthly updates that include information about grants, resources, research, webinars, … Continue reading

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Apply now to fill vacancies on Certified Farmers’ Market Advisory Committee

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is announcing vacancies on the Certified Farmers’ Market Advisory Committee (CFMAC).  The CFMAC advises the CDFA Secretary on all matters pertaining to the Direct Marketing Program, including legislation, regulations, enforcement, and administrative policies … Continue reading

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Learn about CDFA programs, opportunities at World Ag Expo

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Joshua Bingham
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