Industry News
Rely® 280 Herbicide Production to Cease
CAC learned last week that BASF, the manufacturer of Rely® will no longer be manufacturing the product. Learn more.
CDFA’s Produce Safety Program Online Portal Available
The California Department of Food and Agriculture Produce Safety Program has launched its Farm Data Repository website (or PSP Portal) that allows growers to view their own digital farm inspection records and reports and to verify and update records. Learn more.
CAC Board Members Hosting District Grower Meetings
CAC Board Members are hosting three distirct grower meetings to provide updates about the Commission and seek input from growers.
CAC General Election Underway — Accepting Nominations
The California Avocado Commission Board of Directors 2024 General Election is now underway with nominations being accepted through August 26, 2024. The election will seat one producer member for each of the five grower districts as well one handler. The newly elected members will serve a two-year term ending on October 31, 2026. The list of open seats is available on the CAC General Election...
Online Weed Control User Tool Outlines Non-chemical Approaches
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources has created an online Weed Control User Tool to assist the agricultural industry in managing invasive plants. The webpage outlines a variety of available options for situations when herbicides are not allowed or desired.
Handler Alternate Member Vacancy on CAC Board
The California Avocado Commission has a Handler Alternate Member seat available on the CAC Board of Directors. The appointed person will serve through the unexpired portion of the term — October 31, 2025. The vacancy will be filled by a majority vote held at a CAC Board meeting on August 15.
