A federal program aimed at boosting the competitiveness of specialty crops will award $24.2 million in grants to projects across California.
Tag: California Department of Food and Agriculture
Posted inEducation
Mendocino County nonprofits, tribes invited to apply for ag education grants
Nonprofits, schools, and tribal or local governments may request starting at $2,500-$10,000 to fund ag programs.
Posted inFood & Drink
Raw goat cheese sold in Mendocino County recalled due to listeria
The cheese is contaminated with listeria, a bacteria that can be deadly to young children and those with weakened immune systems.
Posted inAgriculture & Fishing
State agriculture board to discuss rising costs and economic strain on farmers on Tuesday
As the cost of doing business continues to increase across California, Mendocino County farmers and ranchers are experiencing labor shortages, water issues and more.
Posted inAgriculture & Fishing
Dying honey bees are threatening California’s economy. Can Central Valley lawmakers save them?
Between June 2024 and March 2025, commercial beekeepers reported losing an average of 62% of their colonies.