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California Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grant Program

ATTRA

The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis is accepting concept proposals for its Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grant Program (BIFS). Concept proposals are due by July 26, 2024.

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Streamlining Farm Sales with Farmbrite's All-in-One Solution

Farmbrite

In the ever-evolving world of agriculture and farming, staying competitive and efficient is crucial for success. With the advent of technology, integrated farm e-commerce platforms have become indispensable tools for farmers and producers of all kinds.

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Precision Ag News 3/14

Agwired

The acquisitions positioned Corteva as a global leader in the biologicals market, illustrating the company’s commitment to providing farmers with new tools for sustainable and integrated farming practices. The future availability of irrigation water for California growers has never been less certain.

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CAFF on CA Assembly Ag Committee Hearing

Caff

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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Critical Investments for Our Small Family Farmers

Caff

What We’re Asking For CAFF has identified this package of one-time investments that would help to address these barriers and support California’s smallest and socially disadvantaged farmers: Technical Assistance Program for Underserved Farmers – $8.7million This funding would provide on-the ground support through trusted and experienced (..)

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Lopes Family Farm Field Day: Integrated rice and duck farming

Caff

On June 29th, Lopes Family Farms hosted a field day with Community Alliance with Family Farms (CAFF) in Princeton, CA focused on rice and duck farming, a Biologically Integrated Farming System (BIFS).

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Significant Investments & Drought Relief for Family Farmers in State Budget

Caff

The investments include: 25% ($18.75