Industry News

Upcoming Annual Climate Action and Ag Symposium

  • Mar 30, 2023

The 5th Annual Climate Action and Ag Symposium, organized by the UCCE San Diego, will be held May 25. The event will take place at the San Diego Farm Bureau Ag Hub located at 420 South Broadway in Escondido, CA.

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Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 Deadline Extended

  • Mar 25, 2023

The deadline to apply for Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 financial assistance has been extended to March 31, 2023. CFAP 2 is designed to provide producers with financial assistance with increased marketing costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CDFA’s Annual Agricultural Stats Report Now Available

  • Mar 22, 2023

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has released its California Agricultural Statistics Review online. The report provides a comprehensive look at California’s agricultural economy, including organic production and exports for the Golden State

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Online Nominations Now Being Accepted for 10 Vacancies on HAB Board

  • Mar 15, 2023

The USDA is now accepting nominations for three producer and two importer members and three producer and two importer alternates to serve three-year terms on the Hass Avocado Board. Appointed members will serve from November 1, 2023 through October 31, 2026.

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Food Industry Pro Terry Splane Joins CAC as New VP Marketing

  • Mar 14, 2023

The California Avocado Commission has hired food industry veteran Terry Splane to be the organization’s new vice president of marketing, effective March 13, 2023. Mr. Splane fills the role vacated by Jan DeLyser following her retirement last month.

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CDFA Avocado Inspection Committee Announces Handler Vacancy

  • Mar 09, 2023

The California Department of Food and Agriculture announced it has a vacancy on the Avocado Inspection Committee for an active handler of avocados. The AIC plays an important role in advising the CDFA Secretary on matters pertaining to the California Avocado Inspection Program.

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