Calling CA’s urban growers! CAFF will be distributing another round of $10K microgrants to growers throughout California, funded by CDFA and USDA. These microgrants will provide funds for projects that may need financial support to implement and are rooted in community-focused food production. Priority being given to operations led by and/or serve historically underserved urban […]
Are you hoping to improve your marketing techniques and see an increase in your online sales for your CSA business? We'll present several educational materials and various options to support your goals in this CSA Ideas Lab session. Bring your questions for a robust discussion of sales approaches! The CSA Innovation Network has an e-commerce […]
*ESPAÑOL ABAJO* The Organic Transition Learning Day is designed to empower small-scale and BIPOC farmers in the Central Valley by providing them with the knowledge and resources needed to transition to organic farming. This event aims to create an inclusive environment where farmers can explore the benefits of organic practices, gain insights from experienced practitioners, […]
(Español abajo) 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 […]
(Español abajo) 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 […]
(Español abajo) 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 […]
Únase a la Alianza Comunitaria con los Agricultores Familiares (CAFF, por sus siglas en inglés) para un día de campo en la operación agrícola Luna Farm. Samuel Luna de Luna’s Farm nos dará un recorrido por su operación agrícola y después escucharemos a Samuel y a otros agricultores que han pasado recientemente las auditorías GAP […]
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 support your farm better. Feedback from this event will shape CAFF's policy agenda for the year ahead, guiding our advocacy efforts to ensure that we're fighting for what matters […]
(Español abajo) 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 […]
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 […]