Section 401.5 Of Article 1. General Provisions From California Food And Agricultural Code >> Division 1. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 3. >> Article 1.

. The department shall also seek to enhance, protect, and perpetuate the ability of the private sector to produce food and fiber in a way that benefits the general welfare and economy of the state. The department shall also seek to maintain the economic well-being of agriculturally dependent rural communities in this state.