California Department of Food and Agriculture

The first three months of 2010 will come with a slight bump for Humboldt County dairy farmers, many of whom have suffered through the ailing economy and the collapse of Humboldt Creamery.

Imagine this: Locally-grown, organic produce delivered right to your door. Sounds too good to be true, right? But here in Denmark that's exactly what's happening. It's called Community Supported Agriculture, ...

By Jeff vonKaenel. An interview with California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary A.G. Kawamura. Published on December 24, 2009 as News in the Local Stories section of the Sacramento News & Review

SACRAMENTO, December 24, 2009 — California State Veterinarian Dr. Richard Breitmeyer has granted a 24-hour permit clearing all brand inspection and health requirements for nine reindeer slated to visit California on the evening of December 24 and in the early morning hours of December 25.

These 10 invasive species are infamous for the environmental destruction they have caused, even when introduced with the best of intentions.

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Landscape and gardening books are handy sources of inspiration that make perfect holiday gifts for the gardener on your list. Here is a selection of the best works from this year's bumper crop of books:

The USDA knows that pests can become a big problem for agriculture in this country. However, the public may not be as aware of the threats posed by different

Non-native species, whether they're introduced intentionally or by accident, can wreak havoc on local ecosystems and economies. Some say it's the single most

Since state authorities imposed a Mediterranean fruit fly quarantine that requires vendors at 17 farmers markets on the Westside to protect their fruit displays with insect-proof netting, growers have been grousing. However necessary, they say, netting is inconvenient to work...

MANTECA, CA -- The fight against the light brown apple moth is coming to San Joaquin County. An eradication program is about to begin in Manteca and there's a meeting Thursday night where residents can have their questions answered by local, state, and federal officials.