The mission of CDFW is to manage California’s diverse fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend, for their ecological values and for their use and enjoyment by the public.
The Qualified Cultivator Funding program is initiated by CDFW to support eligible cannabis cultivators with high-quality grant proposals that align with CDFW's mission. The grant aims to assist in transitioning from provisional to annual cannabis cultivation licenses, promoting sustainable cannabis cultivation practices, and implementing water conservation as well as flow enhancement measures. These priorities are designed to reduce environmental impacts, benefit ecosystems, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and enhance environmental stewardship within the cannabis cultivation sector.