California’s livestock sector is a major contributor to the state’s agricultural economy but is increasingly impacted by climate change. This chapter highlights how California is enhancing protections for livestock and animal health through expanded technical assistance, disease prevention programs, research, and predictive tools, while coordinated emergency preparedness, disease traceability, and infrastructure investments support food safety, animal welfare, and industry resilience.
Strategy 4.1 Establish and support proactive responses to threats to animal health.
- 4.1.1 Be proactive to threats to animal health with ongoing technical assistance.
- 4.1.2 Support research and predictive tool development.
- 4.1.3 Prepare for emergency situations with state agency coordinated procedures and infrastructure.