Joshua Eddy

Josh Eddy is the executive director of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, an advisory body to the governor and secretary serving the interests of the state’s agricultural community. Mr. Eddy also serves as the state director of international affairs for the California Department of Food and Agriculture and advises on federal policy issues. As a career civil servant, Mr. Eddy has worked with federal and state officials to enhance international opportunities for businesses as well as further international collaboration with national and sub-national governments related to agricultural trade and climate policies. Mr. Eddy has facilitated trade delegations for California agricultural leaders and growers in the Pacific Rim, South America and Europe and has domestically hosted many visiting foreign delegations within the state.