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Produced by Erika Castanon
1. Do you know what fruits are in season? Refer to this
chart from Chasing Delicious the next time you are at
the grocery store!
2. Stay up to date with the latest events, stories and
information in agriculture through Ag Wire, a weekly e-
newsletter. Sign up at fcfb.org.
3. Are you an app fanatic? Check out AgWeb News and
Markets and MyFarmRadio from the Farm Journal for
podcasts on the latest news in agriculture. Both are free
on the iTunes and Android App Store!
4. Agriculture has the power to impact the lives of
communities around the world. Learn how One Acre
Farm is helping small farmers in Africa create a
more sustainable future.
5. How can you prevent heat-related illnesses? Ensure
that all outdoor workers are aware of these
precautions on hot days throughout the year!
6. Outdoor workers can be at a higher risk to the effects of excessive heat. When working

2. under hot conditions, OSHA recommends #WaterRestShade and allowing more frequent
breaks for new workers or workers who have been away from the job for a week or more
(acclimatization). (via social media toolkit from USDOL)
7. The Central Valley’s rich history of olive producers is highlighted on the California Grown
(tag) website. Their local product of choice: Enzo Olive Oil, sold at Enzo’s Table in
Clovis. Enzo’s Table is also one of our Friends of the Family Farm members.
8. Check out this awesome photo from Facebook fan
Erika at community service project organized by the
Jan and Bud Richter Center for Community
Engagement and Service Learning (tag). Don’t
forget to use #MyAgView and #FanFriday on Twitter
and Instagram, and you could be featured on our
page next week!
9. Farmer’s markets showcase some of the best
produce from local growers. Plan your next morning or
night out at one of the locations found on
playfresno.org/farmersmarkets.
10. Are you a college student with an interest in a
career in agriculture?
For only $25/year, you
can become a member
of the Fresno County
Farm Bureau and
receive information on scholarships and internships in
the industry.
11. We love how other cities are making farming cool
again for kids! You don’t have to live in Manhattan to
learn about growing and consuming healthy food.
Learn how your students can participate in Farm and
Nutrition Day at fcfb.org.

3. 12. National Nutrition Month® is this March. Take time to
enjoy food around the table and develop a more mindful eating
pattern aligning with these dietary guidelines.
13. If you want great recipes, gardening how-tos, and education
materials, follow California Bountiful (tag) on social media.
California Bountiful produces weekly 30-minute television
shows, and a bi-monthly magazine distributed to members of
the California Farm Bureau. #FollowFriday
14. Are you an aspiring farmer
looking for land, or a retiring farmer
who doesn’t want to see their land go
to waste? Check out California Farm
Link and their Central Valley blog for
resources, news and events.
#FollowFriday
15. Meet the people in the business of
raising food, feed, fuel and fiber during
#AgChat, a weekly moderated
conversation on Twitter! You can share
your viewpoints and ideas about the
issues impacting agriculture advocacy, such as sustainability, water,
and communications.
16. Say hello to Baloian Farms (tag), a Friend of the Family Farm
member! Baloian Farms has family origins in New York before calling
the Central Valley home. They produce peppers, lettuce, vegetables
and onions. We are grateful for your partnership. #MemberMonday

4. 17. Today’s spotlight is about El Dorado Almonds. El Dorado Almonds was founded and formed
in 2010, with a goal to bring its product to the marketplace. The company is now owned by
seven family farms across Fresno County. Thank you for your partnership in agriculture!
18. Wonderful Pistachios (tag) is our featured Friend of the Family Farm member. Wonderful
Pistachios delivers more than 450 million pounds of nuts globally each year. The Wonderful
Company also produces Fiji Water, POM Wonderful, and Wonderful Halos. Thank you
Wonderful Pistachios for your membership! #MemberMonday
19. We would like to thank Central Valley Community Bank (tag) for their partnership as a
Friends of the Family Farm member. Founded in
1979, Central Valley Community Bank provides
services such as small business loans and personal
banking. The bank focuses on investing in
relationships with its customers, and that’s why we
thank them on #MemberMonday!
20. Today, we recognize Friend of the Family Farm
member, Cater & Co. Ag Communications (tag).
Carter & Co. focuses on providing excellent

5. communication services to clients around the Central Valley. Some of their clients include
Central California Farm Grown, Protect Visalia, and Walmart. Thank you Carter & Co. for your
partnership in promoting agriculture! #MemberMonday
21. Have you been to the new
Jordan Agricultural Research
Center at Fresno State (tag)? The
center will provide technologically-
advanced laboratories to students
studying agriculture, engineering,
science and mathematics. If you
can’t make it on campus, watch
this interactive video about the
design of the building!
22. Are you watching Valley’s Gold (tag) with FCFB President and CEO Ryan Jacobsen? The
television program gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at various crops grown around the
Valley, and insight into some of the cutting
edge technology in agriculture. If you’ve
missed an episode, catch up online at
valleypbs.org/valleysgold.
23. If you’re looking for a weekend hangout spot, take a trip down to Gazebo Gardens Nursery
for food trucks, live music, and a beer garden. It’s a great place for the regular foodie or the

6. casual, first-time resident. Say hi to our friend Scott Miller while you’re there!
24. We love the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (tag) video series “Growing
California!” The series explores everything from water to beef to agriculture in the classroom.
You can find all the videos online at cdfa.ca.gov.
25. If you aren’t already dialed into the news on agriculture 24/7, we recommend you listen to
Valley Public Radio and its show Valley Edition. You can tune in Tuesdays from 9-10 a.m., and
7- 8 p.m. #FollowFriday