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Agricultural Resource Directory Agricultural Resource Directory Agricultural Resource 2001 2001 California Department of Food and Agriculture Office of Public Affairs 1220 N Street, 4th Floor Sacramento, California 95814 (916) 654-0462 www.cdfa.ca.gov CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE GOVERNOR EDITOR Gray Davis April Geary Izumi CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE CONTRIBUTORS AND RESEARCHERS William (Bill) J. Lyons Jr., Secretary Maggie Alarcon, Juan Almanza, Derric Atlee, Stephen Brown, Jeff Cesca, Tad Bell, Undersecretary Dr. Kristin Charlton, Toni Const, Larry Cooper, Bill Cusick, Kristen Valerie Brown, Deputy Secretary Dahl, Karen Dapper, Bob Donnalley, Joshua Eddy, Melissa Eidson, Ron Daniel Webb, Deputy Secretary Flores, Candace Gates, John Gendron, Peggy Gibson, Tammy Hernandez, Chris Wagaman, Deputy Secretary Joy Herzog, Beth Jensen, Lee Jensen, Chuck King, Fred Klose, Suzanne Bob Wynn, Statewide Coordinator, Pierce’s Disease Control Program Lashley, Bob Losa, John Moffatt, Gary Nelson, Lisa Quiroz, Susan Chris Stevens, General Counsel Reaney, Pamela Shintaku, Holly Taylor, Dotty Thielen, Dr. Kenneth Lourminia (Mimi) Sen, Ph.D., Ag/Environmental Science Advisor Thomazin, Dr. Dennis Thompson, Rosemary Tremblay, Jay Van Rein, Elaine Trevino, Assistant Secretary Glen Van Schaack, Catherine Warmerdam, Donna Weathers, Cordia Vanessa Arellano, Assistant Secretary Weems, Dr. Annette Whiteford, Ed Williams, Brock Wimberley, Steve Steve Lyle, Director, Public Affairs Wong, Dorthea Zadig Francine Kammeyer, Principal Deputy Counsel PRODUCTION ASSISTANCE Karen Manor, Special Assistant Josilyn Hendricks Helen Lopez, Special Assistant Sue Hessing, Principal Assistant PHOTOGRAPHY CONSULTANT Catherine Warmerdam Dr. Richard Breitmeyer, Director, Animal Health and Food Safety Services Michael Cleary, Director, Measurement Standards PHOTOGRAPHY Steve Mauch, Director, Inspection Services Henry Khoo, A.P.A. Don Henry, Director, Plant Health and Pest Prevention Services Elizabeth Houser, Director, Fairs and Expositions Kelly Krug, Director, Marketing Services DESIGN Marie LaVergne, Director, Administrative Services Rakela Company Les Lombardo, Director, Planning, Information Technology and Training Ron Shackelford, Acting Director, Audit Office PRINTING Steve Shaffer, Director, Agricultural and Environmental Policy Colour Press Ed Williams, County/State Liaison CALIFORNIA AGRICULTURAL RESOURCE DIRECTORY 2001 CALIFORNIA AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS SERVICE California Department of Food and Agriculture Jim Tippett, State Statistician Office of Public Affairs Dwaine Nelson, Deputy State Statistician 1220 N Street, 4th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814 AGRICULTURAL EXPORT STATISTICS Phone (916) 654-0462; Fax (916) 657-4240 UC Davis, Agricultural Issues Center All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. 2001. USDA, Federal-State Market Improvement Program PHOTO ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Special thanks to the following individuals and organizations whose generous contributions of time and resources made the photographs in this publication possible: Angelo and Santa Bariani, Enrico Bariani, Sebastian Bariani, Leonard Gonzales, Wendy Hall, Michael Janis, Suzanne Paisley, Lawrence Sambado, Tim Sambado, Ron and Loretta Toledo, Joe and Aurelia Turbetti, University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Bill Warmerdam, Billy Warmerdam, Robert Woolley One or more photographs on the cover and pages 17, 31, 33, 52, 96, 102, 122, 132 and 133 are copyrighted by the University of California Board of Regents and are used by permission. Letter by Governor Gray Davis Foreword by William (Bill) J. Lyons Jr., Secretary Published by California Department of Food and Agriculture State of California GOVERNOR GRAY DAVIS Dear Friends: You don’t have to look far to see why California is in a class of its own when it comes to agriculture. With 350 crops and an agricultural economy that exceeds $27 billion, the rest of the world looks to us to see what’s next in agriculture. What’s our secret? The ideal climate and unsurpassed natural resources are a start, but it’s our agricultural community’s innovative approach to research, business and technology that has made California the nation’s leader in food and fiber production. In California, we’re proud of our commitment to agriculture. In 2001, for example, the state approved the most expansive agricultural tax cuts in 30 years, saving farmers and ranchers millions of dollars in fuel and equipment costs over the next several years. When high energy prices threatened agriculture’s bottom line, the state responded by providing nearly $90 million in energy conservation incentives. And the “Buy California” program will prove to be one of our greatest cooperative achievements yet by boosting consumer demand for the highest quality, safest agricultural products in the world. This resource directory is more than a listing of names and numbers; it represents the network of people and organizations dedicated to making our farmers and ranchers the best in the world. I hope you find it a useful tool for learning more about California’s exceptional agricultural community. Sincerely, Gray Davis PAGE 2 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE RESOURCE DIRECTORY 2001 FOREWORD Anyone familiar with agriculture knows that the profession is no stranger to adversity. It seems that every farmer or rancher can recount stories of hard times; tales of rock-bottom prices or disastrous weather are part of what make farming not just an occupation but a lifestyle. Those acquainted with agriculture also know that farmers and ranchers are resilient (by necessity, if not by nature). Through hard work, perseverance and innovation, California’s agricultural community has overcome considerable obstacles while managing to produce the safest and most abundant food supply in the world. The events of September 11, 2001 tested the resilience of all Americans, including our nation’s farmers and ranchers. No segment of society was left untouched by the tragedy. For agriculture, the crisis temporarily grounded air shipments of perishable commodities and spurred increased vigilance against those who would deliberately harm agricultural production. Despite all of these challenges, the men and women of California agriculture have shown incredible strength, determination and a sincere love for their country in this moment of crisis. They have offered up unwavering support to our president and governor. With their fellow Americans from all back- grounds, races and religions, the agricultural community has united against threats to our nation’s security, democracy, way of life and food supply. As a lifelong farmer and rancher, I have taken special pride in the unflagging patriotism of the men and women who work the land. When our leaders ask farmers and ranchers for their help, they will receive all that we have to give. California’s agricultural community will be a source of great strength and resolve in the days and months ahead. Sincerely, William (Bill) J. Lyons Jr., Secretary California Department of Food and Agriculture CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE RESOURCE DIRECTORY 2001 3 PAGE TABLE OF CONTENTS CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND A GRICULTURE OVERVIEW Protecting California Agriculture’s Bottom Line .................................................................................................................... 6 State Board of Food and Agriculture ...................................................................................................................................... 7 County Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers of Weights & Measures ................................................................................ 8 NFACT: Framework for the Future of Agriculture ................................................................................................................ 8 Progress in the International Fight Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease.................................................................................... 10 Profiles of Three Innovators From Fairs to Farmers’ Markets: Developing a Showcase for California Agriculture ............................................................. 12 Public Outreach and Communication Cooperation is Key to Success with Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter .......................................................... 16 Partnership to Rid California of the Red Imported Fire Ant ................................................................................................ 17 Flex Your Power ................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Programs and Services Agricultural Export Program ................................................................................................................................................ 19 Animal Health and Food Safety Services .............................................................................................................................. 21 Fairs and Expositions ........................................................................................................................................................... 23 Inspection Services .............................................................................................................................................................. 24 Marketing Services .............................................................................................................................................................