Caff

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

As a farmer-serving organization, we recognize the historic and lasting inequities in the California food and farming system. A person who will excel in the position is highly motivated to move the needle towards more ecologically integrated agriculture in California, and is passionate about CAFF’s mission and core values.

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Caff

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

CAFF has represented small and mid-scale family farmers in California for over 40 years, working to preserve family-scale agriculture and promote environmental sustainability. These are critical efforts to keep vulnerable small-scale farms afloat. Jamie Fanous for the Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

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Caff

JUNE 18, 2021

In California, approximately three out of four farmers operate on less than 180 acres and/or less than $100,000 in annual sales and 19 percent–nearly 1 in 5–of California’s agricultural producers are socially disadvantaged.

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Caff

APRIL 6, 2023

As a farmer-serving organization, we recognize the historic and lasting inequities in the California food and farming system. We commit to advancing racial, gender, and environmental justice in our larger systems, as well as in our own workplace.

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Caff

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

These investments range from broadband infrastructure, to housing for farm workers, as well as significant climate change efforts through investments in the various California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) climate smart agriculture programs.

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Caff

MAY 28, 2021

The revised budget includes increased support for agriculture with $641 million added to the January budget of $285 million for a total of $926 million over 2021-2022. 10 million to support existing and develop new small-farm tool libraries so farmers can easily rent or borrow high-value tools. I’m accessible.

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Caff

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

What’s needed in California for small farms, sustainable agriculture and local food systems to truly thrive, find equity, and remain resilient in the face of adversity? This year we will work with CDFA and allies to ensure this program will equitably support the growth of food systems jobs and the local farming economy.

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Caff

DECEMBER 15, 2023

That’s part of what Project Terra is about; it’s highlighting all of these ideas and initiatives that are going to take us further on that sustainability spectrum. ” -Kendra Altnow Project Terra is their collection of initiatives that demonstrate and communicate the positive impact of regenerative agriculture using systems approach principles.

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