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Inspection Services 2023 Annual Report highlights actions for food & environmental safety, food access and more
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announces the release of its Inspection Services Division 2023 Annual Report. “I am proud of the work performed by every hardworking member of the Inspection Services Division, some of which is showcased … Continue reading
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Tagged CA Agriculture, CA Organic Agriculture, California grown, Food Access
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Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee welcomes three new members
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board (FIAB) Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC) has welcomed three new members this year. This FIAB TASC serves as an expert scientific panel on matters concerning efficient use of fertilizing … Continue reading
Posted in CDFA Feed, Fertilizer and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch, CDFA Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP), CDFA Inspection Services Division, Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
Tagged CDFA FIAB (Fertilizer) Technical Advisory Subcommittee, CDFA FIAB TASC, CDFA FREP Grant, Efficient Use of Fertilizing Materials and Irrigation Water, fertilizing materials, Irrigation
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Apply by July 31 to fill 1 of 4 vacancies on Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee
CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is announcing four vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee. This subcommittee serves as an expert scientific panel on matters concerning efficient use of fertilizing materials and irrigation water. Members assist … Continue reading
Posted in CDFA Feed, Fertilizer and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch, CDFA Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP), CDFA Inspection Services Division, Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
Tagged California fertilizing materials and irrigation water, FREP Grant Program, FREP Technical Advisory Subcommittee
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Sign up for Fertilizer Research and Education Program’s quarterly newsletter – “Bringing Research into Practice”
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) now offers a quarterly newsletter, “Bringing Research into Practice.” With this newsletter, FREP intends to provide updates on the FREP Grant Program, including information on funding … Continue reading
Posted in CDFA Feed, Fertilizer and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch, CDFA Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP), CDFA Inspection Services Division, Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
Tagged fertilization and irrigation practices, Fertilizer Best Practices, FREP Grant Program
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CDFA awards $1.4 million for research and education projects to improve irrigation and nutrient management
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is announcing $1.4 million in grant funding for six projects to advance California growers’ understanding and implementation of improved nitrogen and irrigation management practices. This funding … Continue reading
Posted in CDFA Feed, Fertilizer and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch, CDFA Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP), CDFA Inspection Services Division, Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
Tagged Cover Crop Nitrogen Scavenging, Drip Irrigation Sweet Potatoes and Processing Tomatoes, Fertilizer Research, FREP Grant Program, Improved Irrigation Practices, Improved Nitrogen Practices, Nitrogen Movement Out of Root Zones in Central Valley, No Till Planting of Rice, Potassium Fertilization in Almond and Pistachio Orchards, Potassium Management in Almond Orchards
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Apply by July 31 to fill vacancy on Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is announcing four vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board’s (FIAB) Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC). This subcommittee serves as an expert scientific panel on matters concerning … Continue reading
Posted in CDFA Feed, Fertilizer and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch, CDFA Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP), CDFA Inspection Services Division, Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
Tagged Fertilizer Research, Fertilizer Research Grants, Irrigation and Nutrient Management
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Inspection Services Division annual report highlights accomplishments of 2022
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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Tagged CDFA Division of Inspection Services, CDFA Inspection Services Division
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FREP blog welcomes new FIAB Technical Advisory Subcommittee members
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
Apply by September 30 to fill one of two vacancies on CDFA Feed Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is announcing two vacancies on the Feed Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC). This subcommittee provides technical and scientific advice to the Feed Inspection Advisory Board and CDFA on animal food nutrition, … Continue reading
Apply by Aug. 15 to fill vacancies on Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is announcing three vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board’s (FIAB) Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC). This subcommittee serves as an expert scientific panel on matters concerning … Continue reading
Posted in CDFA Feed, Fertilizer and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch, CDFA Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP), CDFA Inspection Services Division, Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
Tagged CDFA Advisory Board Vacancy, Fertilizer Research and Education Program, FREP, FREP Grant Program
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