[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.29.3″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”3.29.3″ type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.29.3″ hover_enabled=”0″] It was a wonderful day for a field trip! Ms.Young’s class came out to learn about chickens, goats, composting, and different types of crops at First Generation Farmers. After that, the class got a behind the scenes look at Brentwood Raley’s along with lunch provided by Raley’s....Read More

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″ fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″] It was such a beautiful day in Brentwood for a field trip! Ms. Land’s class was able to come out for a field trip at First Generation Farmers and learned all about chickens, goats, vermicomposting and how insects are...Read More

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.29.3″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”3.29.3″ type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.29.3″ hover_enabled=”0″]What a beautiful day for a field trip! Ms. Ostlund’s class from Garin Elementary had a great time visiting First Generation Farmers – from learning about chickens and goats, even getting to see a 48 hour old kid (baby goat) to learning about compost and so many...Read More

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″ fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″]It was a lovely day in Brentwood out at First Generation Farmers for Ms. Agpalo’s 4th grade field trip. We enjoyed learning about goats, chickens, composting and many different crops. The group then headed to Raley’s to learn all about...Read More

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.5″ link_font=”||||||||” ul_font=”||||||||” ol_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”||||||||” header_4_font=”||||||||” header_5_font=”||||||||” header_6_font=”||||||||”] What a perfect May day for a field trip at First Generation Farmers! Ms. Land’s 4th grade class from Garin Elementary School had a great time learning about making a compost pile, chickens, goats and how to...Read More

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.5″] It was a rainy day out at First Generation Farmers earlier this May. Ms. Ostlund’s 4th grade class from First Generation Farmers got their hands dirty learning how to compost, feed chickens and ducks, play with goats and plant their own seed to take home! From...Read More

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.5″] It was a beautiful crisp day for Ms. Agpalo’s class from Garin Elementary to take a field trip to First Generation Farmers. The excitement roaring from the bus said it all when they arrived and saw all the free range chickens running around. The excitement continued...Read More

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.19.5″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.19.5″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.5″] It was a beautiful day to visit First Generation Farmers for a field trip! Ms. Golinveaux’s 5th grade class had a wonderful opportunity to visit the farm and learn all about composting, horticulture, sheep, goats, chickens, and much more! Their trip was followed by a visit...Read More

We are excited to announce that the application period for Spring 2019 Raley’s Field Trips on the Farm is now open!  Please read the requirements below before proceeding to the application. Field trips are available only to grades 4-6. Field trips will take place in Brentwood, Contra Costa County. All applicants must be within a...Read More

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_gallery _builder_version=”3.12″ gallery_ids=”4754,4752,4750,4762,4759,4757,4756,4776″ posts_number=”15″ hover_overlay_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0.9)” show_title_and_caption=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.12″] It was a crisp morning out at Steamboat Acres when Ms. Ming’s fourth grade class from Westwood Elementary arrived. The excitement on their faces said it all when they found out they got to take a ride through the farm on a wagon! The...Read More

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.12″] Ms. Swartwood’s fourth grade class had a ton of fun learning about tree crops, pollination, hybrid breeding, composting and much more out at Steamboat Acres. They also got to pick their own ear of glass gem corn to husk and unveil the beautiful colors – they were anywhere from blue to...Read More

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.12″] It was a beautiful day out at Steamboat Acres where Ms. Troutner’s fourth grade class had a great time learning about different varietals of squash, experiencing the equipment used to plant corn, and understanding the importance of pollination. The class then went off to Raley’s where they went on a behind-the-scenes...Read More

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.12″] It was a beautiful day to visit Steamboat Acres for a field trip! Ms. Van Vranken’s fourth grade class had the fortunate opportunity to visit the beautiful delta to learn from farmer Michael. They learned about various types of squash, how to recycle even when building equipment and how to husk...Read More

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] Ag students from Liberty High School in Brentwood got an eye-opening look behind the scenes at Dwelley Farms.  From climbing into the cab of a tractor for the first time, to learning about the myriad technologies used in farming, to discovering agricultural career opportunities other than farmer, the students walked...Read More

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] It was a beautiful Brentwood day at First Generation Farmers, where Ms. Torres’ fourth-graders got to enjoy a first hand farming experience.  From wiggly worms, to clucking chickens, to gluttonous goats, the students were immersed in the farming life – many for the first time.  Then they followed their food...Read More

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] Mr. Dix’s fourth grade class had acres of fun learning about worms, composting, greenhouses, produce preparation, identifying fruit trees, and edible landscapes. They also got to feed chickens and play with the goats at First Generation Farmers. After the farm experience, students got a special behind-the-scenes tour of the Raley’s...Read More

Ms. Griggs’ fourth grade class had a fabulous time learning about composting, greenhouses, produce preparation, identifying fruit trees and of course – playing with chickens and goats at First Generation Farms.  Then they went off to Raley’s for a behind-the-scenes tour of the store, learning about fresh versus frozen, how food is stored, and experiencing...Read More

CVFT and Raley’s take school kids from the farm to the food on their fork with Steamboat AcresRead More

Putting the FIELD in Field Trip! What do you remember most about elementary school? Your desk? The playground? The math lessons? Or the field trips!?Read More

Students get a special tour of local farm & trip to Raley's!Read More