Kern County Farm Bureau

Calling all future agricultural leaders! The Kern County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship 2025 is now open for applications. ???? Whether you are a high school senior or a college student pursuing an agriculture-related major, this opportunity is for you! Veterinary students focused on large animal husbandry, you can apply too! ?? The deadline to apply is Monday, April 21st, so don’t wait! Tag someone who qualifies or share with a future ag innovator. ?? ?? For more details or to apply, visit kerncfb.com and click on Ag Scholarships under the Programs tab. #KCFBFoundation #AgScholarships #FutureFarmers #AgStudents #ApplyNow

We had the opportunity to host new Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) Director, Dr. Karen Morrison, and Deputy Director of Communications & Outreach, Leia Bailey, during their visit to Shafter for the SprayDays Launch! The first stop was Sill Farms, where Ben Sill gave a great demonstration of regenerative farming with sheep grazing through his almond orchards. ???? Next, we visited Holtermann Farms, where Tim Holtermann discussed the benefits of cover crops and bee-friendly foliage. ???? Having these conversations between DPR and the Farm Bureau is key to fostering collaboration and showcasing our local practices that are benefiting both the environment and agriculture. #DPR #RegenerativeFarming #KernCountyFarmers #CoverCrops

Last week, we hosted our 41st Annual Farm Day in the City event where we welcomed almost 5,000 elementary students and over 50 schools to learn about agriculture. ?? ???? Over two days, students had the opportunity to engage with hands-on exhibits, explore farm machinery, experience animal encounters, and much more! This free educational event provided students with the opportunity to learn about the importance of agriculture and its impact on our daily lives. ?????? A huge thank you to our 40+ incredible exhibitors for providing engaging demonstrations and enriching our students’ understanding of agriculture. We’d also like to say thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, @grimmfamilycenter and our other sponsors that played a large role in the success of this event. Lastly, we’d like to say thank you to all of the distinguished guests that attended our event to see how the Kern County Farm Bureau is educating our youth about the importance of agriculture. We couldn’t have done it without you!

On National Women in Ag Day, we honor the amazing women who are shaping the future of agriculture. ?? Here are a few of the many women making an impact in Kern County agriculture. Tag women in ag who inspire you and are making a difference!????

Happy National Ag Day! ?? Last Friday, we got a head start on Ag Week with the Greater Bakersfield Chamber Leadership Class of 2025. It was a day full of learning, exploration, and connection across the ag community! ?? First Stop: Arvin Edison Water Storage District with David Zaragoza – AEWSD General Superintendent, where we learned about all things water and its importance in ag. ?? Second Stop: Murray Family Farms, where we picked citrus and learned about the diverse crops they grow. Owner/Founder Steve Murray and Ag Commissioner Glenn Fankhauser joined us for an insightful Lunch & Learn! ?? Final Stop: Sunridge Nurseries Inc. with Adam Lovgren – VP of Operations, where we explored the grafting process of grapevines and the nursery’s role in ag production. It was incredible to share with over 30 individuals from various industries the vital role agriculture plays in our economy, the challenges facing the industry, and how we can all work together to support its future. ????

Our Tailgate Talk this past Friday marked ONE year of bringing you vital industry updates! A big thank you to Ben Laverty IV from California Safety Training Corporation (CSTC) for sharing important safety regulations, and to Alex Dominguez with Klein DeNatale Goldner for providing essential SGMA Legal Updates! Lastly, we'd like to thank the Western Stockman's Market and the Idle Spur Cafe for their hospitality as well as Recology Organics for sponsoring our Tailgate Talks. We host these quarterly Tailgate Talks for YOU, and we want to hear what topics you’d like covered in the future! Drop your suggestions below! ?? #KernCountyFarmBureau #TailgateTalk #IndustryUpdates #SGMA

Join us to celebrate the statewide launch of SprayDays California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation's pesticide application notification system! Launching March 24, SprayDays provides information before specific pesticides are used on farms across California. Enjoy a sweet treat, get resources, and sign-up for notifications. WHEN: Monday, March 24, 2025, from 5-7 p.m. WHERE: Shafter Veteran’s Hall, 309 California Avenue, Shafter, CA For more information about the launch event, email [email protected]. For more information on the development of SprayDays California, visit DPR’s website.

?Don’t Miss Out – Tailgate Talk This Friday! ? Happening this Friday, March 7th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Western Stockman’s Market in McFarland! This is your chance to get the latest on New Safety Regulations and SGMA Legal Updates. Plus, all attendees will enjoy a FREE tri-tip sandwich and fries from Idle Spur Cafe! ?? Space is limited—RSVP now to secure your spot! Email [email protected] or send us a DM. #KernCountyFarmBureau #TailgateTalk #SGMALegalUpdates #NewSafetyRegulations

Designer shoes? Not quite. Good cattle? Now we are talking ???? #cattle #kerncountyfarmbureau #funnyfriday #top10commodity

Fun Fact: The word 'citrus' comes from the Latin word for 'citron,' one of the earliest known citrus fruits. Kern County proudly grows a variety of these timeless treasures!?? ??: @johnstonfamilyfarms #citrusfruits #funfact #fruits #kerncountyfarmbureau