Every year CAFF invites farmers to join us for a casual conversation about challenges, concerns, and ideas to improve our food and agricultural system and to better support your farm. Feedback from this event will shape CAFF's policy agenda for the year ahead, guiding our advocacy efforts to make sure that we're fighting for what […]
Every year CAFF invites farmers to join us for a casual conversation about challenges, concerns, and ideas to improve our food and agricultural system and to better support your farm. Feedback from this event will shape CAFF's policy agenda for the year ahead, guiding our advocacy efforts to make sure that we're fighting for what […]
Calling all small produce farms in the Mt. Diablo Region (Alameda and Contra Costa Counties). Kamyar Aram with UC Cooperative Extension and Hanna Kahl with Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) invite you to a listening session for a casual conversation about your challenges, concerns, and ideas. This is an opportunity for us to learn […]
Join us for the 4th Small Farm Tech Expo, where innovative technology meets small-scale agriculture. Whether you’re growing 20 acres of row crops or just tending a quarter acre market garden, come learn about practical, impactful and appropriately scaled Ag Technology.
Learn more about the regulations, funding opportunities, and other management practices related to removing and redeveloping orchards and vineyards at this workshop hosted by the San Joaquin Resource Conservation District. CAFF is collaborating with San Joaquin Resource Conservation District on this event and will be moderating a farmer panel. Register Here
Go Organic! Join us to learn about certified organic agriculture. January 31, 2025 9:30am - 12:00pm UCCE Sacramento 4145 Branch Center Rd Free Worksop, lunch included RSVP to reserve your lunch using this form or by contacting: Margaret Lloyd, 530-564-8642 Ge Moua, 414-369-1932 - Kuv hais lush hmoob Fam Fin Lee, 530-312-6043 - lu Mienh […]
Save the date for the 37th annual California Small Farm Conference, a week of learning, inspiration and movement-building for anyone involved in local food, sustainable agriculture, and small farms. Our hybrid conference features over 60 online workshops and in-person gatherings at multiple venues around the state.
Date: March 8, 2025 Location: Bryte Culinary Arts Facility, West Sacramento ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Cost: $55 (includes lunch & garden tour) Join us for a one-day, hands-on workshop designed for home gardeners, urban growers, and anyone interested in expanding their edible landscape. Whether you’re an experienced grower or just getting started, […]
CAFF has partnered with Carolina Farm Stewardship Association and the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition to create a food safety curriculum that is geared towards small farmers. We are piloting the training in California on March 12th and 13th.
Tillage in Small-Scale Annual Cropping Systems: Balancing Farmer Wellbeing and Soil Health Date: March 12, 2025⏰ Time: 1 – 4:30 PMLocation: Yagi Sisters Farm, SebastopolCost: Free Join North Coast Soil Hub, UCCE, CAFF, and Yagi Sisters Farm for a hands-on workshop exploring tillage in diversified annual cropping systems. This event will highlight the balance between […]
Cover Crop Field Day Date: March 13, 2025⏰ Time: 10 AM – 12:30 PMLocation: 1102 S Pine St, Madera, CA 93637 Join CAFF and Madera/Chowchilla RCD for a Regenerative Almond Systems Field Day! This event will feature Andrew Carroll of EcoThrive Farm Management and will focus on managing cover crops and soil health with an […]
Strategies for Drought Resilient Agriculture This FREE workshop will bring together leading experts to address the challenges of drought and climate change impacting our region. You'll gain valuable insights into: Understanding the impacts of drought and climate change: Learn about current conditions and future projections. Building soil health and water retention: Discover the benefits of cover crops […]
Date & Time: Saturday, April 26th, 10 AM - 1 PM Location: Aunty Der’s Farm – 6874 E Belmont Ave, Fresno, CA 93727 Event Description:Join us for a special farm tour at Aunty Der’s Farm and celebrate the grand opening of her strawberry farmstand! This exciting event will be led by Der Yang Moua, who […]
Join us for a free, in-person event at Machado Family Farms to explore the benefits of cover cropping and integrated grazing in walnut orchards. This hands-on tour will provide valuable insights into soil health, beneficial insect activity, and sustainable farming practices. What to Expect: Learn about grazable cover crop mixes and how they support soil […]
Grazing in Vineyards at Honig Vineyard and Winery March 27, 2025 9:30am – 12:30pm Join us for a free in-depth discussion on how grazing can benefit your operation! Hear from industry experts, researchers, experienced growers, and grazing operators about the science, best practices, and logistics of vineyard grazing. What to Expect: Latest Research by Tommy Fenster […]
Free Workshop! This workshop will provide an overview of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and how it is being implemented in Butte County. Slideshow presentation followed by community roundtable discussion. Food provided! Taco bar with vegetarian and gluten free options. Let's talk groundwater sustainability! Please RSVP to cheetah@caff.org or by texting 530-558-5046 (include your […]
Estan invitados al taller de Tecnologia organizado por CAFF y Kitchen Table Advisors (KTA). SESION 1 - DOMINE SU CELULAR Abril 4 5 - 7 PM - Redacte correos electronicos - Escanee y envie documentos desde su celular Los talleres se daran en persona en la ciudad de Fresno, 100% en español. Se dara cena. […]
Join us for a free in-person event with Boone Orchards! We will have guest speaker(s) sharing the ongoing concerns associated with honeybee colony collapse. Impacts to stakeholders on both sides of the issue Apiaries/Farmers. Honey bees are not only an important pollinator service for almond producers but for an array of other fruit and vegetable […]
Estan invitados al taller de Tecnologia organizado por CAFF y Kitchen Table Advisors (KTA). SESION 2 - ORGANICE SUS DOCUMENTOS Abril 11 5 - 7 PM - Cree y edite documentos en su celular y computadora - Firme documentos desde su celular Los talleres se daran en persona en la ciudad de Fresno, 100% en […]
Billion Blossoms is a celebration of local farmers, rural culture, and Redlands in full bloom! It's a... Farm-forward fundraiser that supports farmer-facing organizations A THANK YOU to all of our community members who wanted to see agritourism in Redlands A day of shared farm experiences, farm exploration, and FUN for your families and friends!