Thank you for joining us at the 2024 Race to Slow the Pace on September 15, 2024 at Bokisch Vineyards!
Throughout California, farmland is undergoing urbanization at alarming rates, which is why slowing the pace of development is imperative to the defense of the agricultural industry. On Sept. 17, over 200 people gathered underneath Bokisch Vineyards’ 100-year-old oak...
On July 29, we celebrated the efforts of Bowles Farming Company in their commitment to protecting 328 acres of farmland on their property in Merced County, known as Lone Tree Ranch. During the Farmland Conservation Celebration and Farm Tour, CFT supporters, sponsors,...
Over the past two decades, California Farmland Trust has worked to protect over 17,350 acres of farmland throughout six counties. We are pleased to announce the recent closings of three San Joaquin County projects, forever protecting 318 acres of farmland. Farmers,...
Local philanthropists and long-time supporters of farmland protection, Jeani and John Ferrari, were honored by California Farmland Trust (CFT) as the 2021 Vance Kennedy Award recipients. The Vance Kennedy Award was established in 2014 in honor of Dr. Vance Kennedy, a...
Nearly 220 additional acres of California farmland are now conserved forever, resulting in a total of nearly 16,200 acres administered by CFT. Like-minded farmers worked with CFT to permanently protect their properties through agricultural conservation easements. The...
We can’t think of a better way to appreciate farmland than painting it, while sipping on the fruits of it! It was girls night out, date night, and a whole lot of fun for everyone. What’s not to like about wine, food, and painting the sunset? A big thank you to our...
A lovely time was had by all as we painted, sipped, and protected farmland at Hannah Nicole vineyards. This event was extra special because we were able to show off one of our forever farms, the land on which Hannah Nicole sits. Keep an eye on our upcoming events...
We can’t think of a better way to appreciate farmland than painting it, while sipping on the fruits of it! It was girls night out, date night, and a whole lot of fun for everyone. What’s not to like about wine, food, and painting the sunset? A big thank...
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...
Bacon, eggs, and coffee were a great start to our Friends of Farmland event at Hilmar Cheese Company. Friends and supporters of the California Farmland Trust enjoyed breakfast and good conversation, followed by an interesting tour of the Hilmar Cheese facility....
Associate Director Melanee Cottrill and Program Assistant Troy Young had a great time volunteering at the first ever Sacramento Farm Day, hosted by the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom and the Dave Joerger Foundation. It was a perfect day on the...
We all know that a key to successful farming in California is rain. And rain it did today when we set up at Ag Day at the Capitol to share our mission and information alongside our colleagues from the Yolo Land Trust and American Farmland Trust. People in the huge...
Gaining skills in Denver!
Friends, farmland and fun go together in our quarterly supporter appreciation events!
Madera County Farm Bureau and Central Valley Farmland Trust invite you to a special Gathering at Toca Madera Winery, Friday, November 18 from 4-7pm. In celebration of CVFT beginning work in Madera County, the Madera County Farm Bureau is co-hosting a free...
An Evening at the Carnegie brought to you bypresents our first ever LIVE Auction! Below is a selection of the items that will be on the auction block during the exciting and fast-paced LIVE auction during our An Evening at the Carnegie event on Saturday, October 1,...
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016: Sacramento’s FARM TO FORK FESTIVAL We are partnering with Raley’s Family of Fine Stores on an exciting new adventure to share with as many people as possible about where their food comes from! On Saturday,...
An Evening at the Carnegie brought to you by Raley’s Family of Fine Stores Saturday, October 1, 2016
July, August & September we will be on Capitol Mall at the Farmer’s Market – Come See Us!
On Sunday, June 5 we enjoyed delicious food and tasted brilliant wines with Bokisch Winery …
In May 2014 the Central Valley Farmland Trust will be 10 years old, and we would love to have you join us to celebrate this important occasion! The 10th Anniversary Celebration is scheduled on Saturday, September 27 at Micke Grove Park. This beautiful park features...
