Stanislaus County Farm Bureau

Wayne Zipser, Ceres Ag Man of the Year! Congrats and thank you for your dedication to agriculture and the community

Last year, we let you know that AB 616 was going to strip workers of their rights. Thousands of you responded and the bill was never signed into law. Just like we predicted, the same anti-farming interests are back want take away agricultural employees right to a secret ballot in union elections. Make your voice heard! Tell your representatives to vote NO on this bill and help defend ag employees right to a secret ballot. Don't let anti-farming interests win.... https://admin.phone2action.com/njz1oyt

Check out Blumen Flower Farm, featured in California Bountiful! https://www.californiabountiful.com/features/article.aspx

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Learn what financing options are available to help you grow your business in an upcoming webinar with American AgCredit. From purchasing land and equipment to infrastructure improvements and more, the Roadmap to Raising Capital webinar will highlight how the right mix of financial products can help you grow. Register here: https://agloan.zoom.us//40165161/WN_jsbs6PemQ_-u4LJb_4K-dQ.

California Farm Bureau Annual Meeting December 6, 2020December 9, 2020 The Annual Meeting has long been a Farm Bureau tradition bringing together members from every county in our state. While this year's experience will look a bit different as we take our conference virtual, we will continue to carry the Farm Bureau tradition forward by celebrating our essential industry that is Still Farming. Join us as we continue to uphold the traditions that have established Farm Bureau ...as California’s largest active grassroots organization, uniting agriculture with a common goal to make our industry, communities and families better off. We are looking forward to having you join your fellow farmers and ranchers for this unique Annual Meeting in December. https://web.cvent.com//136a5f0d-c454-48d8-b632-f7f/summary

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MJC Harvest Party - Drive Thru Tickets/sponsorship can be purchased at: www.mjc.edu/harvestparty

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Hands-on, is a must in a time of distance learning! By: Anna Genasci Recently scrolling through Facebook I came upon beautiful floral arrangements shared by Turlock High School Instructor, Randee Vitorino. It was the work of Mrs. Vitorino’s advanced floral students, Vanessa Lizarraga and Paris Cabral. In chatting with all three in a recent interview, I learned that the group of Bulldog Bouquets gals share a common theme, hands-on, is a must. ...Continue reading

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On October 8th, The Modesto Bee Editorial Board wrote an endorsement article that misrepresented our organization. One would have to call and ask questions to make assumptions like The Bee made. The Bee did not call. Our President called their Opinions Page Editor immediately after the article went online. To date, The Bee has not made an effort to correct their story. Today, we sent a Letter to the Editor. The letter is listed below and will also be in our E-News this... week. It is unfortunate and disheartening that it came to this but this is what the situation is today. LETTER TO THE EDITOR - The Modesto Bee Submitted October 13, 2020 CORRECTING THE RECORD In the October 8, 2020 issue, the Bee made its endorsement for the Modesto Irrigation District Division 1. The article assumed the following reasoning for the action taken by the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau. But farmers are not necessarily thrilled with Byrd’s schtick. Faced with an endorsement decision, the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau did not select the incumbent, opting instead to sit this one out. That action speaks volumes about the trust they no longer have in Byrd, as well as deference to Powell Roos’ rising star. Nothing could be further from the truth. This is false and misleading. Farm Bureau considers an endorsement for every candidate who makes a formal request to the Farm Bureau’s Board of Directors. The Modesto Bee made no effort to contact any of Farm Bureau’s staff or Directors about any endorsement or inquire about SCFB endorsement policy. In September, 13 candidates in 7 races sought our endorsement. Only one candidate garnered our support. We are proud of our stringent policy. It is never a given. That is why it is one of the most sought-after political endorsements in Stanislaus County. Good luck to both candidates! We request a retraction and apology. Jake Wenger President

Supporters of Prop. 15 are claiming that ag property is exempt. This is categorically false. Prop 15 hikes taxes on a range of ag property from irrigation systems to fruit & nut trees. Read what the president of @Fresno County Farm Bureau has to say below. (https://gvwire.com//dont-believe-prop-15-backers-its-a-bi/)

Vote NO on Prop 15

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We're pleased to announce Dungarees is California Farm Bureau’s newest benefit partner! Dungarees carries a large selection of premium men’s and women’s work wear brands such as Carhartt, CAT and Wolverine. They also carry YETI brand merchandise. California Farm Bureau members receive a 10% discount on orders under $200; 15% discount on orders over $200; 20% discount on orders over $500 and free shipping on all orders over $55. Visit https://www.cfbf.com/member-benefits.../ for your customer code and to start shopping. It’s another great benefit of your Farm Bureau membership.

Have you noticed "No on Prop 15" signs around the county? Take a picture and shared!