Lake County Farm Bureau

06/09/2026

🚜🔥 Fire season is approaching—have you completed your Ag Pass training?

The Ag Pass Program can help farmers, ranchers, and agricultural employees access their operations during an emergency when conditions are safe and access is approved.

If you haven’t completed the training yet, now is the time. Getting your Ag Pass before fire season can save valuable time when every minute counts.

For information on the last Ag Pass training, please click Lake County Agriculture, California’s recent announcement.

Did you miss out on attending the 2026 Ag Pass Fire Safety training sessions? We will be hosting one more in person session on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 9am. The training will take place at the Lake County Fire Protection District located at 14815 Olympic Drive Clearlake, CA.

Register at: https://forms.office.com/g/sBJSSRSiCE

Unable to attend the in-person session but still need verification of fire safety training? UC Cooperative Extension has a California compliant Ag Pass Fire Safety training available at: https://campus.extension.org/enrol/index.php?id=2887

06/09/2026

On Wednesday May 6th 2026 more that 700 elementary students and their teachers and chaperones descended on the Lake County Fairgrounds to learn about Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Always a crowd favorite - the animals! Many thanks to Jill Crane from Rainbow Ag with her assistance in bringing in a large assortment of animals for the students to interact with.

Many thanks go to our exhibitors who volunteered their time to share and inspire:
Back Country Horsemen - Paul Villanueva and Biscuit the mule
Whitney Braito with her donkey Java
Lanie Wright with her steer
Jessica Jones from Purina with a dairy heifer
1 Mile Ranch with a beef calf
Red Chair Ranch with their mini goats
Benjamin Ranches - Pigs and piglets
Stephany Brundage - Rabbits and rabbit hopping
Karen Hayes - tortoise, birds, sheep, mini horse
Sheep with a working dog demonstration

Thank you to all of our animal exhibitors for making it a great day!

06/09/2026

On Wednesday May 6th, over 700 Lake County elementary students came to the annual Ag & Natural Resources Day at the Lake County Fairgrounds.

The students love to see big trucks, tractors, and other working equipment.

We extend our sincere thanks to our exhibitors who took time out of their busy schedules to share with the students.

Thank you to:
CalFire
City of Lakeport Public Works
County of Lake Weights and Measures
California Highway Patrol

The students loved being able to see your equipment close up, and climb in the drivers seat!!

06/05/2026

Tomorrow we will be at Summer Days in Upper Lake! Come see us, and chat about this exciting free program!

EXPANDING OUR ROOTS- Mentorship Program

Are you a farmer or rancher in California with 1-10 years of experience? Looking for guidance to grow your operation?

The Expanding Our Roots mentorship program connects beginning farmers and ranchers with experienced mentors to provide support in:

Production Practices
Marketing Strategies
Business Accounting and Finance Conservation Practices and More!

We're currently looking for mentees in specific regions, but this program is open statewide to any qualifying farmer or rancher.

Apply today at cfbf.com/EOR.

06/02/2026

Want to learn more about this program? Come visit us at our booth at the Summer Days fair and parade event hosted by the Bachelor Valley Grange 667! This Saturday, June 6th, 2026 on Main Street Upper Lake.

Are you a farmer or rancher in California with 1-10 years of experience? Looking for guidance to grow your operation?

The Expanding Our Roots mentorship program connects beginning farmers and ranchers with experienced mentors to provide support in:

Production Practices
Marketing Strategies
Business Accounting and Finance Conservation Practices and More!

We're currently looking for mentees in specific regions, but this program is open statewide to any qualifying farmer or rancher.

Apply today at cfbf.com/EOR.

06/02/2026

Last Tuesday, we joined Farm Bureau members from across California in Sacramento for Calling on the Capitol Day.

We were proud to represent Lake County agriculture and advocate for the farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses that keep our communities strong.

05/28/2026

Please be aware of this important notice from the Lake County Department of Agriculture regarding the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter found on plants shipped to Costco stores across California.

If you purchased grapevines, citrus, or other fruit-bearing plants from Costco since April 21, 2026, please contact the Lake County Department of Agriculture at (707) 263-0217.

This invasive pest poses a serious threat to Lake County vineyards and agriculture.

05/19/2026

Please join us in congratulating Serena Onate on her promotion to Executive Director of the Lake County Farm Bureau!

Serena has served as LCFB’s Membership & Outreach Coordinator for the past two years, where she has played an instrumental role in strengthening member engagement, expanding outreach efforts, and supporting the organization’s advocacy work on behalf of Lake County agriculture.

A lifelong Lake County resident and Lower Lake High School alumna, Serena earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems from University of California, Davis. Her passion for agriculture, community connection, and advocacy make her a strong leader for the future of LCFB.

As Executive Director, Serena is excited to continue the important advocacy and membership work of the Farm Bureau while elevating the organization’s presence in the community and helping reconnect consumers to their food supply.

We are excited for this next chapter and look forward to Serena’s continued leadership and dedication to Lake County agriculture!