Author Archives: Joshua Bingham

USDA invests $8 million to improve dietary health and nutrition security

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

From USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of approximately $8 million to support the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) Produce Prescription Program. The funding is part of USDA’s American Rescue Plan efforts and will be … Continue reading

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Check out and subscribe to CA Farm to School Network monthly newsletter

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

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, events and news from the National … Continue reading

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CDFA announces vacancies on California Citrus Advisory Committee

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is announcing vacancies on the California Citrus Advisory Committee (CCAC). The committee advises the CDFA secretary on all matters pertaining to the California Citrus Program, which includes the implementation of an annual … Continue reading

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CDFA announces vacancies on Standardization Advisory Committee

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is announcing vacancies on the Standardization Advisory Committee (STDZ). STDZ advises the CDFA secretary on all matters pertaining to the Standardization Program, as well as reviewing proposed regulations and making recommendations concerning assessment … Continue reading

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Apply by Aug. 26 to fill vacancies on Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announces three vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board. The board advises the CDFA secretary on CDFA’s Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program (FMIP), which ensures fertilizing materials are safe, effective and meet quality … Continue reading

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Shop farmers’ markets to sustain a local, resilient food system

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Joshua Bingham
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Commercial Feed Regulatory Program releases summer 2022 Quarterly Feed Update newsletter

Posted on August 10, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

Click here to view the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Commercial Feed Regulatory Program Summer 2022 Quarterly Feed Update. View this and previous newsletters on the Commercial Feed Regulatory Program (CFRP) Quarterly Feed Update Newsletter webpage. CFRP is part of the Feed, Fertilizer … Continue reading

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National Farmers Market Week — visit a Certified Farmers Market near you

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

During this National Farmers Market Week (August 7-13, 2022), CDFA encourages all Californians to visit their local Certified Farmers Markets. Farmers markets help rural and urban communities connect while creating more equitable economic opportunities. They’re a great opportunity to build relationships with local … Continue reading

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Registration and call for posters underway for 30th annual FREP/WPH Nutrient Management Conference

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

Registration is now open for the 30th annual Nutrient Management Conference, hosted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) and Western Plant Health (WPH). This year’s conference will be held at the Wyndham … Continue reading

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CDFA awards $900,000 for technical assistance providers to expand access to Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program

Posted on July 28, 2022 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture Office of Farm to Fork (CDFA-F2F) announces $900,000 in grants are being awarded for technical assistance providers (TAPs) to expand access to the Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program (HRGP) and provide technical support to … Continue reading

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