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The California Climate and Agriculture Network (CalCAN)
is a statewide coalition that advances state and federal policy
to realize the powerful climate solutions offered by
sustainable and organic agriculture.

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We seek a widespread transition to sustainable and organic agricultural systems that are increasingly resilient, environmentally sound and healthy, and that provide climate benefits, protect our natural resources, sustain our food security, provide for economically vibrant agricultural communities, and maintain our finite agricultural lands.

 

Our Campaigns

CalCAN brings a sustainable agricultural perspective to climate change and agriculture policy. Our goal is to make more resources available to California farmers to achieve a widespread transition to on-farm practices that deliver climate and other environmental and health benefits.

Our three top campaign priorities are:

1. Climate Smart Agriculture Programs — The state of California has begun investing cap-and-trade revenue in voluntary actions on farms and ranches to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and sequester carbon. CalCAN has been a leading proponent of investments in farmland protection on lands at risk of sprawl development, water conservation and building healthy soils.

2. Renewable Energy and Water and Energy Efficiency — CalCAN advances policies to make it economical and practical for California farmers to continue leading the country in on-farm renewable energy production, and to improve water use efficiency. These actions reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions and make farms more resilient in the face of drought and fluctuating energy costs.

3. Influencing State Climate Plans — To meet its ambitious greenhouse gas reduction target, California prepares roadmaps to meet the target. The state also prepares climate adaptation plans and research priorities. CalCAN is a key advisor on the agricultural elements of these and other state climate plans.

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Featured Post

Technical Assistance Bill Passes Unanimously through Agriculture and Natural Resources Committees

Technical Assistance Bill Passes Unanimously through Agriculture and Natural Resources Committees

SACRAMENTO – The Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committees both voted unanimously in support of Assembly Bill 2377 over the past week. The bill – authored by Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) and sponsored by CalCAN – will improve producer participation in three Climate Smart Agriculture Programs by integrating comprehensive …
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  • Fact Sheets: Climate Smart Agriculture Programs
  • CalCAN is Hiring
  • New Profiles of Farmer Climate Leaders
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Recent Blog Posts

  • Farmers Build Resilience to Drought with California Climate Investments
  • Technical Assistance Bill Passes Unanimously through Agriculture and Natural Resources Committees
  • The Facts About Working Lands Conservation in the House Draft Farm Bill
  • Application Released for New Climate Adaptation Grant Program
  • Applications Open for Methane-Reducing Livestock Practices Incentives

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CalCAN is a non-profit organization that relies on charitable donations. We will use your support to cultivate farmer leaders in advocating for policies that incentivize climate-friendly farming practices.

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