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CDFA’s California Nutrition Incentive Program benefits shoppers and farmers at Certified Farmers’ Markets

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Joshua Bingham

CDFA’s California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) supports shoppers using nutrition benefits such as CalFresh by empowering them to increase their consumption of fruits and vegetables at participating Certified Farmers’ Markets and retail outlets. For every benefit dollar spent, shoppers receive … Continue reading

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CDFA Inspection Services Division grants and Certified Farmers’ Markets help all Californians access healthy, nutritious, California-grown food

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Joshua Bingham

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is committed to helping all Californians access healthy and nutritious California-grown food. In the CDFA Inspection Services Division (ISD), food access work includes Office of Farm to Fork grants facilitating farm to … Continue reading

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Inspection Services 2023 Annual Report highlights actions for food & environmental safety, food access and more

Posted on May 20, 2024 by Joshua Bingham

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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Building Farm to School Bridges at Long Beach Foodways Summit

Posted on April 8, 2024 by Joshua Bingham

Click here to view this original CDFA Planting Seeds post.

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Newsletter highlights California Farm to School projects, funding opportunities, community of practice and more

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Joshua Bingham

Click here to view the California Farm to School Network March 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 … Continue reading

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CDFA awards $11.67 million for urban agriculture projects across California

Posted on March 5, 2024 by Joshua Bingham

CDFA’s Office of Farm to Fork is announcing the Urban Agriculture Grant Program — awarding $11.67 million to 33 projects across California that enhance the viability of urban agriculture.  “Urban agriculture provides places for community gathering, skills-sharing, workforce development, agricultural … Continue reading

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CDFA joins State Employee Food Drive effort by volunteering at food bank

Posted on December 22, 2023 by Joshua Bingham
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CDFA awards $9 million to 103 projects in Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program

Posted on December 22, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

CDFA’s Office of Farm to Fork  is pleased to announce approximately $9 million in grants for 103 projects through the Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program. The grants will fund energy-efficient and climate-friendly refrigeration and freezer equipment for corner stores, small businesses, and … Continue reading

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Apply by Jan. 19 to be on Farm to Community Food Hubs Program Advisory Committee

Posted on December 7, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

CDFA’s Office of Farm to Fork is accepting applications through January 19, 2024, for those interested in serving on the inaugural Farm to Community Food Hubs Advisory Committee. The 10-member committee will advise CDFA’s secretary on education, outreach and technical … Continue reading

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Santa Ana Unified utilizes CDFA farm to school grant funding to purchase local produce, establish clubs & more!

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Joshua Bingham

California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) farm to school grantees are hard at work implementing grant projects and transforming the school food system! For example, 2022 California Farm to School Incubator Grant Program recipient Santa Ana Unified School District … Continue reading

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