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California Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grant Program

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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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California Grants to Support Sustainable Pest Control Projects

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The California Department of Food and Agriculture announced that it is awarding $3 million for three projects through the Biologically Integrated Farming Systems (BIFS) grant program. The projects funded this year focus on a range of practices aimed at reducing reliance on pesticides.

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Urban Agriculture in Orange County: Gospel Swamp Farm and The Ecology Center

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.: [link] CAFF webpage: [link] CAFF instagram: [link] CAFF Ecological Pest Management website: [link] Production Team: Podcast hosted by Emma Centeno – Ecological Pest Management Field Technician at CAFF Audio engineering and editing by Coby McDonald Music by Blue Dot Sessions Funding: California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), Biologically (..)

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

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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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Significant Investments & Drought Relief for Family Farmers in State Budget

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The investments include: 25% ($18.75

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Critical Investments for Our Small Family Farmers

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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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CAFF on CA Assembly Ag Committee Hearing

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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.