Caff

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Title: Ecological Farming Program Specialist I or II Location: California / Hybrid – partially remote option (Davis, CA Region preferred) FTE: 1.0 CAFF is a California-based membership organization that includes family farmers and other community members passionate about local food, farming, and the environment.

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Caff

JUNE 18, 2021

CAFF is seeking legislative support for approximately $60 million in one-time investments aimed at addressing the urgent need to ensure the ongoing viability of California’s small farmers, particularly those who have been historically underserved, and who are striving to farm sustainably.

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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. This year’s budget was a success for California’s family farmers.

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Caff

JULY 1, 2022

This week, the California State Legislature passed and Governor Gavin Newsom signed a series of budget bills that include significant investments in drought relief for small farms. We hope to see swift action in allocating these funds to farmers who need immediate relief,” said Paul Towers, Executive Director at CAFF. “We

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Caff

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Pesticide mill fees haven’t increased since 2004, and tiering based on human health toxicity is a rational and fair way to generate the funding for key programs like CDFA’s Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Program, UC and California state Integrated Pest Management research, education, and extension programs.

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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. Currently our programming is focused in four areas: Farm to Market, Policy & Advocacy, Farmer Services, and Ecological Farming.

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Caff

MAY 28, 2021

Over 40 farmers and allies met with legislators and staff, sharing information about their farms and organizations, the barriers they face, and the relationships they have in their communities. "As 10 million to support existing and develop new small-farm tool libraries so farmers can easily rent or borrow high-value tools. .

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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? Learn about our legislative wins here , from food hubs to farmer training programs to sustainable farming practices) WHOSE VOICE? WANNA GET MORE INVOLVED?

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Caff

DECEMBER 15, 2023

On December 5th, the Community Alliance with Family Farms (CAFF) held a field day at the LangeTwins Family Winery & Vineyard in Acampo, CA. The surprisingly warm weather attracted a large crowd eager to discuss cover cropping and integrated sheep grazing.

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Civil Eats

APRIL 30, 2024

Starting July 1, when districts put out a call for an unprocessed or minimally processed food—whether it’s tomatoes, taco meat, or tuna—they’ll be able to specify that they’d like it to be “locally grown, locally raised, or locally caught.” “We’re. We’re.

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The Lunatic Farmer

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Biochar, bionic foliars, worm pee, outlaw glyphosate, tax Tyson--my goodness, everyone has a magic recipe to save farming if only they could get the USDA's attention. All my organic buddies thought this would be the beginning of a new era, since we finally had a first lady who advocated "know your farmer, know your food."

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