Shifting the Course of California Agricultural Policy

The California Institute for Rural Studies (CIRS) has hired Ildi Carlisle-Cummins for the newly created position of Director of the Cal Ag Roots Project.  The concept for the Project was developed by Ildi, and will be launched by her and CIRS through her new position.  The Project's goal is to shift the course of California agricultural policy by bringing its history into the present - highlighting various points along the way when policy decisions could have shifted towards a more just and sustainable system.  Looking through this historical lens will illuminate areas in California's agricultural system that may offer leverage points for future change.  Through this work, Ildi and CIRS will support food movement leaders, advocates, and researchers by providing critical information to craft better strategies.  Ildi will engage an active Advisory Board, develop a team of consultants to assist with media and outreach, launch a Cal Ag Roots Project website, develop educational pieces and written material, and host a public launch of the Project.