Protecting People and the Environment

Pest management is critical to support the health and resiliency of our food supply and agricultural sector and to protect public health, the environment and our infrastructure. At DPR we protect people and the environment through our regulation of pesticides and by fostering sustainable pest management. Our vision is pest management that is safe, effective, and sustainable for all Californians and our environment.

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News and Announcements


Environmental Justice Advisory Committee (EJAC) Meeting, April 24, 2026

March 25, 2026  |  Announcement


SprayDays California Turns One – Help Shape What Comes Next

March 24, 2026  |  Blog


What You Need to Know About PFAS and Pesticides in California

March 20, 2026  |  Blog


Department of Pesticide Regulation Seeks Public Feedback on Proposed Doubling of Air Monitoring Network

March 12, 2026  |  Press Release


DPR Releases First Annual Progress Update for Nation’s First Statewide Pesticide Notification System

March 10, 2026  |  Press Release


DPR’s 2026 Rulemaking Calendar Available

February 26, 2026  |  Announcement


Upcoming Events

Event Type: Pest Management Advisory Committee (PMAC)

Date: April 9, 2026

Event Type: Workshop

Date: April 14, 2026

Event Type: Environmental Justice Advisory Committee (EJAC)

Date: April 24, 2026

Event Type: Pesticide Registration and Evaluation Committee (PREC)

Date: May 15, 2026


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Yana Garcia

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Karen Morrison

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