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SACRAMENTO, June 18, 2026 - The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Integrated Pest Control Branch is announcing three vacancies on the California Cotton Pest Control Board for grower representatives from major cotton growing counties in California with preference in Imperial, Riverside, Tulare, Fresno, and Merced counties.
The California Cotton Pest Control Board advises the CDFA Secretary on matters pertaining to the control of cotton pests. Board is comprised of ten members that shall consist of at least one cotton grower from each of the major cotton-growing counties in the state, and one member who is not a cotton grower and who represents the public.
There is no set term limit for members that serve on the California Cotton Pest Control Board. Members typically meet twice a year but can meet more frequently if needed. Board members receive no compensation but are entitled to payment of necessary travel expenses in accordance with the rules of the Department of Personnel Administration.
Individuals interested in being considered for board appointments should send a brief letter of interest with their resume to:
California Department of Food and Agriculture
Integrated Pest Control Branch
5100 Douglas Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
Attention: Roja Samudrala
Or via e-mail to [email protected] with the subject line 'CCPC Board'.
For additional information, visit the Cotton Pest Control Program's webpage at: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/IPC/pinkbollworm/pbw_hp.htm
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