The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is a cabinet-level agency in the government of California, established in 1919. Its core mission is to ensure food safety, protect the state's agriculture from invasive species, and promote the California agricultural industry. CDFA focuses on supporting farmers, ranchers, and consumers through various programs and services aimed at maintaining a robust and safe agricultural sector.
Key achievements of CDFA include the successful implementation of food safety regulations and the protection of California's agriculture from numerous invasive species. The agency has significantly contributed to the growth and sustainability of the state's agricultural industry. Notable figures include Karen Ross, serving as the Secretary of CDFA. The department operates with an annual budget of $310 million and employs around 2,300 individuals.

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Organizations similar to California Department of Food and Agriculture include Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development and National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
California Department of Food and Agriculture was founded in 1919.
California Department of Food and Agriculture's headquarters is located in Sacramento, CA, US.
California Department of Food and Agriculture has 2,300 employees as of Feb 10, 2024.