Assistance from federal programs can make a world of difference for farmers after a disaster. The next few pages outline current disaster programs, all of...

Updated April 5: California employers are required to establish and implement an Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) to protect employees from all worksite hazards,...

In this episode, we explore the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and the Emergency Family Medical Leave Act, together known as the Families First Act....

The coronavirus pandemic forces small farmers to rely on the internet and consumers to make up for lost restaurant sales.

IMPORTANT: Several CA counties have amended their Heath Orders and now require Essential Businesses (farms, farmers markets, etc.) to limit the number of people in...

Wednesday, April 8 from 10-11 a.m. CDFA partners with CA Association of Food Banks to provide resources and information to farmers, ranchers and food processors.

Letter to Secretary of Agriculture Perdue requesting relief for farmers and ranchers suffering market losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Has your representative signed? If...

To survive uncertain times, small farms are pivoting to serve their local communities and compete with big box grocers online.

Learn the various laws and regulations that govern direct marketing in California, including CSAs, farmers markets and farm stands.

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified...