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The board oversees the department’s Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program, which works to ensure that consumers receive fertilizing materials that are safe and effective and meet the quality guaranteed by the manufacturer.
As part of the Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program, inspectors and investigators located throughout the state conduct routine sampling and inspections; respond to consumer complaints; and enforce the laws and regulations that govern the manufacturing and distribution of fertilizing materials. The program is funded by fertilizer license fees and assessments.
The term of office for board members is three years. Members receive no compensation, but are entitled to payment of necessary traveling expenses in accordance with the rules of the Department of Personnel Administration.
Applicants should hold a current California Fertilizing Materials License or be a representative of a licensed firm.
Individuals interested in being considered for a board appointment should send a brief resume by July 13 to the California Department of Food and Agriculture – Feed, Fertilizer, Livestock Drugs and Egg Regulatory Services Branch, 1220 N St., Sacramento, CA 95814, Attn: Asif Mann.
For additional information in the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board, contact Asif Mann at 916-445-0444 or e-mail
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SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is announcing 16 vacancies on the California Organic Products Advisory Committee.
This committee advises the CDFA secretary on current issues related to organic food production and makes recommendations on all matters pertaining to the California Organic Program.
The vacancies include: three producer representatives, two technical representatives, a processor representative, an environmental representative, and a consumer representative. Alternate member vacancies are available for each position.
The environmental, technical and consumer representatives must not have a financial interest in the direct sale and marketing of organic products. The term of office for committee members is three years.
Members receive no compensation, but are entitled to payment of necessary traveling expenses in accordance with the rules of the Department of Personnel Administration.
The California Organic Program is responsible for enforcement of federal and state law governing organic production. These statutes protect consumers, producers, handlers, processors and retailers by establishing standards under which fresh agricultural products may be labeled and sold as organic.
The California Organic Program is funded entirely by industry fees and assessments.
Individuals interested in being considered for an appointment should send a letter of consideration and include a letter of recommendation from the industry. Nominations will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Applications should be sent to California Organic Program, 1220 ‘N’ Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or emailed to
For further information on the California Organic Program and committee vacancies, contact David Carlson at 916-445-2180.
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Mendo Mill President Mike Mayfield announced a hiatus in the company’s annual summer “Thank You Barbecue” events this year and will use the money saved to help local charities in Lake and Mendocino Counties.
From now through the end of July Mendo Mill will match contributions made to local charities up to an aggregate of $10,000 thereby giving those charities potentially $20,000 at a time when their budgets are drained by heavy demands.
While the free barbecues have been a popular Mendo Mill tradition for over 25 years, the decision to shift the money to local charities was easy according to Mayfield, who presides over home improvement stores in Ukiah, Clearlake, Willits and Fort Bragg.
“Every day I see the difficulties that people are facing in this economic downturn and I know firsthand how their needs are placing increased burdens upon the local charities,” Mayfield said.
“I am confident that the hundreds of people who attend the barbecues will understand and support our decision to direct the money to more critical needs in our communities,” he added.
Mayfield explained that persons may make a contribution to the local charity of their choice and Mendo Mill will match the donation.
“All they need to do is bring their donation to any Mendo Mill store, designate their favorite charity and Mendo Mill will automatically match it,” Mayfield said. “We prefer checks made out to the charity but we can deal with cash or credit cards if necessary. Persons will receive a receipt for their records.
“In the event that aggregate donations exceed $10,000, each contribution will be reduced on a pro-rata basis to keep the total Mendo Mill obligation to $10,000,” he said.
Mayfield said the contributions and matching funds will be distributed to the local charities in August.
Persons who have questions about the process may call Mayfield or his vice president, Gail Strong, at 707-462-8806, or contact the store managers in Ukiah, Clearlake, Willits and Fort Bragg.
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CLEARLAKE – The Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce will hold its next dinner meeting on Tuesday, July 7.
The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Indian Beach Resort, 9945 E. Highway 20, Clearlake Oaks.
Bring a potluck dessert or side dish to share. They will provide everything else.
The musical group Twice as Good will perform.
RSVP with the Clear Lake Chamber at 707-994-3600.