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BOARD OF DIRECTORSKarm Bains (40), Karmdeep S. Bains /
Bains RanchesLoren Booth (27), [Immediate Past Chair]
Booth Ranches, LLCCameron Boswell (42), J.G. BoswellRick Burnes (41), Sunridge NurseriesKaren Caplan, Frieda’s, Inc.Robert Cherenson (29), Lander
Veterinary ClinicJeff Elder (35), [Chairman] Oritain GlobalMichael Hollister, Driscoll’sJames R. Maxwell, [Vice Chair] Agriland
Farming Company, Inc.Mike Mendes (39), Wonderful OrchardsEugene Peterson, [Secretary-Treasurer]
Wells FargoEmily Rooney (39), Agricultural Council
of CaliforniaDr. Andrew Thulin, California
Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Bill Van Skike (32), A-C Electric CompanyMike Young (35), Wegis & Young
CORE FACULTY MEMBERS Dr. Athanasios “Alex” Alexandrou,
California State University, FresnoDr. Robert Flores, California Polytechnic
State University, San Luis ObispoDr. Peggy Sears Perry (9), California
State Polytechnic University, PomonaDr. Louise Ferguson (30), University of
California, Davis
UNIVERSITY DEANSDr. Helene Dillard, University of
California, Davis Dr. Lisa Kessler, California State
Polytechnic University, PomonaDr. Dennis Nef, California State
University, FresnoDr. Andrew Thulin, California
Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
ALUMNI COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Rachelle Antinetti (42), [Secretary-Treasurer]
Jason Cole (42), [Chair]Bill Van Skike (32), [Board Liaison]
ALUMNI COUNCIL AT-LARGE DIRECTORS
Correen Davis (45), [Education Team Liaison]
Chase Hurley (35), [External Activities]Sal Parra, Jr. (46), [Education Team
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ALUMNI COUNCIL REGIONAL DIRECTORS
Region 1: Christine Ivory (41) (Through April 2020)
Region 1: Kelly Mora (48) (Effective May 2020)
Region 2: Steve Dodge (49) (Effective May 2020)
Region 3: Manpreet Bains (43)Region 4: Matt Toste (41)Region 5: Erik Jertberg (40) (Through
April 2020) Region 5: James Ewart (49) (Effective
May 2020)Region 6: Vernon Peterson (41)
(Through April 2020)Region 6: Heather Mulholland (44)
(Effective May 2020)Region 7: Carson Britz (43) Region 8: Rob Goff (45)Region 9: Ted Grether (47)Region 10: Jason Schwartze (45)
(Through April 2020) Region 10: John Dmytriw (49)
(Effective May 2020)Region 11: Ellen Way (28)
CALF STAFFBarry Bedwell (13), [President]Shelli Hendricks, [Director of Education]Dr. Charlie Crabb, [Program Advisor]
(Through Feb. 2020)Judy Sparacino, [Program Coordinator]Deanna van Klaveren (32), [Alumni
Coordinator] (Effective Oct. 2019)Emily Lazzerini, [Enterprise Coordinator]Sharon Harney, [ Finance Manager]Liza Robertson, [Writer / Editor]Meredith Rehrman Ritchie (28),
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Who could have imagined at the start that 2020 would be the year it was? The global COVID-19 pandemic, record wildfires throughout the state and social unrest across our country were among the events that marked a historic and often troubling time. We have all been affected personally in a variety of ways. To those friends and associates of the California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF) who have suffered loss, we are truly sorry.
Along with the many challenges we’ve come to expect on our ranches, farms and businesses, the events of 2020 also affected California agriculture and CALF. Our programs and other opportunities for engagement, especially with alumni, were interrupted or delayed due to statewide stay-at-home orders. Even our much anticipated 50th Anniversary Celebration was postponed.
Virtual opportunities for learning and connecting have become the new norm. We have embraced our First Fridays webinars as a way to present valuable lifelong learning topics to alumni. These webinars focus on discussion of complex subject matter that link back to current class curriculum and are an important component of the education that the foundation is proud to produce and provide.
Through it all, our CALF stakeholders remained resilient, committed and connected, which is what we have titled this year’s annual report. The theme is timely and reflects that despite all that’s happened in the world around us, we can still highlight many positive developments at CALF.
The perception of and interest in the always-evolving flagship Ag Leadership Program remains high and the financial strength and stability of the foundation continues to increase. Alumni engagement continues to rise, volunteer support remains impressive and the devotion of core faculty through our partnerships with four outstanding universities and their college of agriculture deans (who also managed through significant challenges) is still strong.
Regarding the foundation’s financial position, we are pleased to report our overall net asset value has once again increased thanks to the generosity of our donors and the continuation of positive equity markets. At the start of the fiscal year, net assets totaled just under $19.9 million and grew to almost $21.1 million for the year ending June 30, 2020; an increase of more than 6%. Endowment balances started the year at $19.4 million and increased to more than $19.9 million, a gain in excess of 2.5%. During this same time, total expenses as a percent of revenues and gains decreased, enabling an increase in net assets.
We are proud to share that the Salinas-based accounting firm of Bianchi, Kasavan & Pope LLP has once again issued a clean opinion on our financials, which we encourage you to review in this report.
We thank all of you in the Ag Leadership family, the board of directors, alumni, faculty, donors and staff for your continued support. We also thank and recognize our immediate past chair, Jeff Elder (35) (who remains on our board), and recently retired CALF President Barry Bedwell (13), for their outstanding leadership, guidance and support in recent years. They established great momentum on multiple fronts in their respective roles.
The potential for this foundation and its programs remains unlimited and we are focused and committed to our mission to “grow leaders who make a difference” and vision “to be a catalyst for a vibrant agricultural community.” Thank you for giving all of us at the California Ag Leadership Foundation that opportunity.
2019 // 2020RESILIENT, COMMITTED and CONNECTED By Mike Young (35), CALF Board Chairman and Dwight Ferguson, CALF President & CEO
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July 2019
Screening committees interviewed dozens of Class 50 candidates in Pomona, Fresno, Chico, Davis and San Luis Obispo. The regional committees included alumni, board members, industry representatives and CALF staff.
The Education Team retreat was held in Montecito. Core faculty members met to conduct their annual review and update curriculum. Photo: 1
August 2019
Class 50 selection was held in Salinas. Photo: 2
The NorCal Ag Leadership Sporting Clay Shoot was held at the Quail Point Hunt Club in Zamora. The event raised $10,438 for CALF. Photos: 3-5
September 2019
The fellows of Class 50 were announced.
First Fridays, a monthly webinar series for CALF alumni, was launched. As part of the newly created Alumni Learning Community, alumni are invited to join live online discussions each month about topics related to leadership, books, service projects and common business challenges. Photo: 6
The 25 fellows of the Washington, D.C. Educational Fellowship Program (D.C. Exchange) came together in Regions 1 and 2 to learn about current issues and complex challenges facing California’s farmers and ranchers. Photos: 7-9
The 29th annual Region 9 Golf Tournament was held at the Los Posas Country Club in Camarillo. The event raised $55,500 for CALF.
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October 2019
A First Fridays webinar titled “Leadership Styles” was hosted for alumni.
The Class 50 inauguration and the 2019 Ag Leadership Awards ceremony were held at Fresno State. Alumni hosted a reception which was followed by dinner and ceremonies. Photos: 12-13
The 2019 Profiles in Leadership Award was presented to Rob Geis (35) and Greg Wegis (39). Dr. Sandra Witte received the 2019 Honorary Fellow Award. Photo: 14
Deanna van Klaveren (32) began her role as the foundation’s new alumni coordinator. Photo: 15
Region 4 alumni hosted a social at Hilmar Cheese to welcome local Class 50 fellows.
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The 30th annual Dean Brown Golf Tournament was held at the Santa Maria Country Club. The event raised $18,000 for CALF. Photo: 16
A First Fridays webinar titled “5 Dysfunctions of a Team” was hosted for alumni.
The fellows of Class 49 traveled to Russia, Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia for their international travel seminar. Photos: 17-19
An Alumni Council retreat was held in Avila Beach to discuss the group’s goals and plans.
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December 2019 A First Fridays webinar titled “Crucial Conversations” was hosted for alumni. Photo: 20
A two-day “Crucial Conversations” workshop was held in Sacramento.
The Region 3 holiday mixer was held at Mayahuel in Sacramento. Photo: 21
January 2020
The application process began for Class 51. A press release was emailed to agricultural and mainstream news outlets to announce that applications were being accepted. Photo: 22
A First Fridays webinar titled “Examining Roots of Culture” was hosted for alumni.
The Region 4 recruitment event was held at Galletto Ristorante in Modesto. Photo: 23
A First Fridays webinar titled “Understanding Emotional Intelligence” was hosted for alumni.
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The 18th annual Colusa Farm Show Breakfast was held at the Colusa Fairgrounds. The event raised $30,315 for CALF. Photo: 24
A two-day “Crucial Conversations” workshop was held in Kingsburg.
The Region 6 recruitment event was held at Sun-Maid Growers of California in Kingsburg. Photos: 25-26
A reception and dinner honoring Class 49 was held in Clovis. Photo: 27
Class 49 commencement was held at Fresno State. Fresno State President Dr. Joseph Castro spoke at the event. Photos: 28-30
A wine and cheese reception—honoring the insurance sponsors of the Ag Leadership Alumni World Ag Expo Breakfast—was held at the Chinese Cultural Center in Visalia. Photos: 31-32
The 26th annual Ag Leadership Alumni World Ag Expo Breakfast was held in Tulare. The event raised $108,000 for CALF. Photos: 33-35
The Region 1 recruitment event was held at Montna Farms in Yuba City.
After more than a decade of service to Ag Leadership, including roles as director of education, interim CEO and program advisor, Dr. Charlie Crabb retired from the foundation. Photo: 36
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Following a two-day seminar at UC Davis, Class 50 fellows arrived on the East Coast to begin their national travel seminar to Gettysburg, Atlanta and Washington, D.C. Photos: 37-40
The annual Agricultural & Government Leaders Reception was held at the Sutter Club in Sacramento. As part of the event, several hundred pounds of fresh California produce was donated to the River City Food Bank. Photos: 41-43
A First Fridays webinar titled “Understanding Political Systems” was hosted for alumni.
The D.C. Exchange Reception was hosted at the USDA in Washington, D.C. for past graduates and current applicants of the exchange program and Class 50 fellows.
Several alumni socials and recruitment events were canceled due to COVID-19 precautions.
The search for and transition to a new president and CEO began. As understood at the time of his hiring, Barry Bedwell (13) announced his intention to retire at the end of 2020. Photo: 44
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A First Fridays webinar titled “Exploring Personal Power & Change” was hosted for alumni.
Ag Leadership President Barry Bedwell (13) and Director of Education Shelli Hendricks created a virtual recruitment video in which they discussed the evolution of the Ag Leadership Program, curriculum and what makes an ideal candidate.
Two Class 51 virtual recruitment events were held to address questions about the program for prospective applicants and for alumni and staff from around the state to connect.
Five new regional directors were selected: Region 1, Kelly Mora (48); Region 2, Steve Dodge (49); Region 5, James Ewart (49); Region 6, Heather Mulholland (44) and Region 10, John Dmytriw (49). Photos: 45-49
June 2020
A First Fridays webinar titled “Wicked Problems & the Art of Good Decision Making” was hosted for alumni.
May 2020
A First Fridays webinar titled “Persuasive Communications” was hosted for alumni.
Board Chairman Jeff Elder (35) announced that due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, no in-person meetings, class events, fundraisers or interviews would be allowed until further notice; the 50th Anniversary Celebration would be rescheduled; the remainder of the program for Class 50 would be moved to the first half of 2021; and all activity relating to Class 51 would be suspended until further notice.
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The fellows of Class 49 traveled to Russia, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania for their international seminar. They spent two weeks experiencing and learning about cultures other than their own through history, food, music, language and customs. They also observed the effects of various forms of government and leadership while exploring how societies create a new reality during times of changing social structure.
The fellows visited the Kremlin, Red Square and St. Basil’s Cathedral. They also witnessed the changing of the guard at the Eternal Flame. The first full day abroad was ended at dinner with a representative from The Agricultural Cooperatives of Russia, who conveyed a message to fellows about the importance of inter-reliance and relationship building.
“Overall, the first 24 hours have been insightful and mind-blowing. Many new perspectives are in process of forming and it’s exciting to see this country and culture in a new light.”- John Dmytriw, Cherie France, Daniel Hartwig
After the Russian portion of the seminar, the fellows began the next leg of their journey in the Baltic states.
At the U.S. Embassy in Estonia, fellows met with representatives who spoke about the successes and challenges faced by Estonia since leaving the Soviet Union, the country’s democratic election systems and internet focused societies. During their first full day in Estonia, fellows of Class 49 visited the Estonian State Forest Management Centre, the Estonia Rural Network Unit and Agriculture Research Centre in Jäneda.
The Estonian portion of the seminar concluded with a meeting at the e-Estonia Briefing Centre. With nearly all of its government services available through the internet and records digitized and interconnected, Estonia is the most advanced digital society in the world. Citizens can log into a single online portal to file taxes, apply for a hunting license and access medical records.
“We all agreed that our experience thus far in Ag Leadership and on our international trip has prompted us to question ourselves and our world. Do we ask ‘what if it doesn’t work?’ when we should be asking ‘what if it does work?’ The Estonians believe it is ingrained in their culture to take risks and ask ‘what if it works?’ Perhaps our own forefathers were more inclined
to think this way than our current society.” - Adam Borchard, Kate Elmore and Alyssa Houtby
In Latvia, fellows met with the Farmers’ Parliament, the Association of Rural Women of Latvia and the mayor of Bauska. They also visited a bakery, where they learned about local baking traditions and enjoyed a Lithuanian feast and traditional dancing.
In Lithuania, the fellows visited the largest fresh cabbage and carrot farm in the country. There they learned about the history of the farm and generational challenges associated with agriculture. They also visited Vytautas Magnus University, which has an agriculture academy that focuses on farming innovation and offers valuable degrees for students studying agriculture. The chancellor of the university spoke to the group about the value of the university’s agriculture degrees and programs.
“Despite all of our differences, it was amazing to hear about all of the similar challenges Lithuanian agriculture faces.” - Luis Calderon, Brittany Fagundes and Betty Lindeman
The final day of the seminar began with a meeting at Auga Group, the largest vertically integrated food company in Europe. Later, the fellows went to the Lithuanian Ministry of Agriculture, where they learned about Lithuanian’s perspective towards a sustainable food sector. They learned that both these entities consider California as a trend-driver and they actively watch not only what the U.S. does, but specifically California.
“Traveling through Russia, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania was a once in a lifetime trip to experience the culture of the host countries. Thank you CALF for arranging such a great trip, we will never forget it!”- Class 49 Fellows
Brean Bettencourt • Adam Borchard • Luis Calderon • John Dmytriw • Steven Dodge • Miranda Driver • Lesa Eidman • Kathryn Elmore • James Ewart • Brittany Fagundes Steven Filter • Cherie France • Daniel Hartwig • Alyssa Houtby • Betty Lindeman • Melissa Macfarlane • Adam Martinez • Daryn Miller • Sara Neagu-Reed • Laura Pires Jared Plumlee • Taylor Serres • Mark Unruh • Jake Wenger
INAUGURATION: OCTOBER 2018 // COMMENCEMENT: FEBRUARY 2020
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In early March, the fellows of Class 50 began their national seminar experience in Sacramento, followed by Atlanta and Washington, D.C. The seminar provided a valuable extension to the study of state and national issues during the first year of the program.
At the Centers for Disease Control, fellows met with scientists for Healthy Food Environments. There they learned about developing nutritional access by working with schools to buy locally and seasonally sourced food to reduce costs and improve healthy eating. They also participated in a discussion around foodborne diseases and outbreaks.
“During an outbreak, (or crisis, or other stressful time) people look to credible sources and people often remember the first thing they hear during an emergency; even if it is wrong. We challenge everyone to work towards being a source of credible information so that people trust and look to you when a question arises. We can do this in our home and work lives, with friends and on social media. This trust and relationship has to be developed and tended to, and we can do that by being the source of actionable information.” - Kris Costa, Ted Kingsley and Mike Newton
During their first business day in D.C., fellows learned about agricultural advocacy, current legislative issues and the importance of good leadership. The day began with meetings at the United Fresh Produce Association and the Russell Group. The seminar continued with a panel discussion that included four D.C. Exchange alumni.
A second panel discussion was made up of alumni of the White House Fellows program.
“Forming relationships within the industry is a key component to success both in Sacramento and Washington D.C. We are excited for our next few days and embracing more of the D.C. culture as we learn more about the work of the various agencies within our government.”- Tyler Blackney, Natasha Crivelli and Julian Lopez
At the Office of the United States Trade Representative, fellows met with the assistant trade representative, who shared her experience on complex trade negotiations and the cultural dynamics that go along with working with international trade partners. Fellows also met with the deputy director of the Office of Agricultural Policy, where they learned about the importance of building alliances and strategies for maintaining partnerships. At the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, the associate director of the Office of Public Liaison to the White House talked about serving as a communication conduit between the White House and the U.S. agriculture industry. During a meeting at the USDA, fellows learned about the interactions between the USDA and Congress and how policy decisions are influenced.
“As our national trip has come to a close, we reflect on the immense opportunity we have as members of CALP. The program’s legacy led us to meetings, tours, exposure to social issues and access to our state and federal governments that reached
far beyond our expectations. There is so much on our minds as we return home to our families and work while processing the experiences we’ve had on this journey. Our travels took us outside of our comfort zones while expanding our minds to the opportunities we have to affect the future of our industry. We were reminded often that joining the conversation is just as crucial as listening, especially while engaging groups with different views. Additionally, the importance of developing and maintaining trusting relationships was demonstrated over and over again.”-Class 50
Celeste Alonzo • Leeann Bettencourt • Tyler Blackney • Adrian Calixtro • Yezmin Carrasco Valle • Mitch Coit • Kris Costa • Natasha Crivelli • Rocco Cunningham • Brian GillErin Gorter • Megan Grima • Ted Kingsley • Lindsey Liebig • Holly Little • Julian Lopez • Megan Marques • Jonathan Merrill • Michael Newton • Erin O’Donnell • Brian O’Neill Matt Peyret • Priscilla Rodriguez • Trevor Tagg
Brean Bettencourt • Adam Borchard • Luis Calderon • John Dmytriw • Steven Dodge • Miranda Driver • Lesa Eidman • Kathryn Elmore • James Ewart • Brittany Fagundes Steven Filter • Cherie France • Daniel Hartwig • Alyssa Houtby • Betty Lindeman • Melissa Macfarlane • Adam Martinez • Daryn Miller • Sara Neagu-Reed • Laura Pires Jared Plumlee • Taylor Serres • Mark Unruh • Jake Wenger
INAUGURATION: OCTOBER 2019 // COMMENCEMENT: FEBRUARY 2022
Lessons Learned in Sacramento, Atlanta and Washington, D.C. // March 2-14, 2020
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0Barry Bedwell (13)—In reflecting back on these seemingly crazy and even bizarre times, I believe we should all feel fortunate to not only be involved with this exceptional leadership program, but to also have leaders in place at the board level to make the very difficult decisions that had to be made for the protection of the fellows, faculty and staff. We can truly see the positive impact of these “leaders who make a difference.”
Louise Ferguson, Ph.D. (30), Core Faculty, UC Davis—Why does Ag Leadership incorporate travel into every seminar? The short answer to “why” is that we think it will make better leaders. But, “how” do we think travel will make better leaders? The curriculum is designed to first, assist us in understanding our personality, attitudes, reactions and skills. Second, through testing tools, personal reflection and interaction with others, to learn how we are perceived, to determine how effective our suite of skills, knowledge and attitudes actually is. Third, the program is designed to help us improve ourselves, through the acceptance of what we have learned and practice of improving our suite of skills, knowledge and attitudes.
Jeff Elder (35)—Our thoughts and best wishes go out to all who have suffered personal or financial hardship due to the pandemic. As terrible as this crisis has been, it does highlight the importance of California agriculture to the country and world and the importance of good leadership.
Rob Geis (35)—I realized there was a whole other experience
that came with being part of the program—alumni. Class 35 was great—amazing—but when I met the rest of the alumni, it was like being part of a whole other class. I made new friendships, met new people and learned even more from those people. Every day, every week, every month, I use the connections I made through Ag Leadership.
Jim Stollberg (35)—For myself and the people who were involved with the [Dean Brown] golf tournament prior to me, it was just ingrained that the program is important for future ag leaders and when you graduate from the program, you do what you can to allow the program to continue. That means doing whatever we can to support the program, raise money and be part of something big for our region.
Greg Wegis (39)—Ag Leadership is important because we don’t have many avenues of developing leaders in agriculture. Many of us work on our day-to-day operations and don’t have the time to devote to leadership training. But when there’s a program like the California Ag Leadership Program, with such a good reputation, it attracts talent and leaders who develop their skills even further to better the industry as a whole.
Cameron Boswell (42)—It takes hard work, risk and sacrifice to produce the things we depend on for our survival as well as our leisure. Our continued success as an industry and as a civilized people depends on our ability to prioritize our enduring values and guard against an entitlement
attitude. Leadership that “makes a difference” requires us to stand up for the core values we believe in.
Jason Cole (42)—Getting involved in Ag Leadership is so rewarding and really a great time. Any foundation is only as strong as its members and I think our foundation is stronger than ever, so get out there and get involved.
Abby Taylor-Silva (45)—We are all learning how to manage our emotions and fears in this unprecedented time. Ag Leadership teaches us to meet people where they are and how important it is to appreciate the ways different people process information, situations and opportunities.
Casey Creamer (47)—Understanding myself and others’ Myers–Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is the single best tool that I use daily. We all react differently and it has never been more important to be able to quickly understand and communicate effectively, both internally and externally.
Ian LeMay (48)—There isn’t a day that goes by where I don’t stop and think about what I learned during the Ag Leadership Program. From making sure that I’m communicating effectively with my team, prioritizing which emergencies need the most attention, to making sure that I’m focusing enough time on helping my family process through this odd time. All of these items are elements that I learned to deal with during the program. I’ve relied on the relationships that I’ve formed through the program to outreach to others to share ideas, collaborate
on advocacy efforts or just share common frustrations with elements of life that we are all dealing with.
Brean Bettencourt (49)—These are the skills of a lifetime. As we think of the road ahead, we look back at where we’ve been. Over the course of the program, we learned together and challenged each other to grow. We celebrated the birth of three babies and one marriage—in other words, we became a family.
Adam Borchard (49), Laura Pires (49) and Taylor Serres (49)—Traveling through Russia, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania was a once in a lifetime trip to experience the culture of the host countries. Thank you CALF for arranging such a great trip. We will never forget it!
Luis Calderon (49)—I knew I would be challenged, but I didn’t realize how much. Being vulnerable was key. As the program progressed, I would share more things and the more I could share, the more I could understand myself. Being vulnerable has helped me see that we all need to understand each other for the benefit of California agriculture.
Steven Filter (49)—I know I’m meant to be a part of this group—I know I’m meant to be a leader. I became aware of my skills, my strengths and my weaknesses. This program has taught me how my emotions affect me so I can go out into the world and make a difference.
Cherie France (49)—[The program] afforded us the time to improve ourselves. We are extremely fortunate to have this
group and to have a bond. We are stronger and ready to take everything on as a group.
Laura Pires (49)—Each seminar was filled with valuable lessons inspired by listening to speakers who challenged us. We gained insights into our own personalities and reflected on the leaders we want to aspire to become. I was truly moved by the vulnerability and openness of my classmates.
Jared Plumlee (49)—I improved myself, my home life, personal life and work life [through the program] and learned how to tell my personal story.
Jessica Pugliese (D.C. Exchange Alumn)—I’ll probably be processing all of the information that I learned from the D.C. Exchange for the next decade. The program has helped me to begin to understand the competitive advantage of California farmers, as well as their constraints and challenges. It was an invaluable opportunity to learn and meet a wonderful group of people within California agriculture and the federal government.
Charles Stephens (D.C. Exchange Alumn)—The D.C. Exchange introduced me to the unique challenges and opportunities in California agriculture. I saw firsthand how the policies we develop, grants we approve and programs we support impact the lives of so many hard working farmers, ranchers and all those who support California agriculture up and down the supply chain. I am confident my experience with the D.C. Exchange will position me to better serve California in the months and years to come.
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Seminars are delivered by four exceptional partner universities – Cal Poly Pomona; Cal Poly San Luis Obispo; Fresno State and UC Davis. Fellows learn from first-rate educators, subject authorities and individuals from
diverse professions and backgrounds. Core faculty members at each university are responsible for the content and delivery of the seminar
curriculum. Through these dynamic and intensive seminars, fellows focus on leadership theory, critical and strategic thinking, effective communication,
motivation, change management, complex social and cultural issues, emotional intelligence and other skills that contribute to improved
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October 2019 — Fresno State and San QuentinCriminal justice system, criminology, death penalty, polarized viewpoints and emotional responses, critical thinking skills for complex issues. Included tour of San Quentin.
November 2019 — International Travel Seminar to Russia, Latvia, Lithuania and EstoniaClass 49 fellows learned about different cultures and economic systems. The seminar added diversity and a variety of leadership lessons to their Ag Leadership experience.
January 2020 — Cal Poly PomonaInternational seminar synthesis, including leadership lessons and broadened perspectives.
February 2020 — Commencement, Fresno StateLife after Ag Leadership, taking personal responsibility for leadership development, reflective interviews, commencement ceremony.
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October 2019 — Inaugural, Fresno StateCALP history and traditions, program expectations, synthesis, leadership basics, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, alumni activities.
November 2019 — Cal Poly San Luis ObispoThe leader as a communicator. Team building exercises, practical application of speaking principles (informational speech), communicating through print media, TV and radio interviewing skills.
December 2019 — UC DavisGroup dynamics, diversity in the workplace, organizational structure and motivation in the workplace, conflict resolution, facilitative leadership. Included visit to downtown Sacramento to serve the homeless population alongside Mercy Pedalers.
January 2020 — Cal Poly PomonaThe concept of culture and its formation, different cultures, the role of culture in complex societal issues and solutions, cross-cultural simulation exercise, prejudicial attitudes. Included visit to Homeboy Industries, Ability First and Puente Learning Center.
February 2020 — Fresno StateEmotional maturity in leadership effectiveness, the connection between biological systems and leadership behaviors, the role of emotional intelligence in complex leadership challenges, leadership from various historical perspectives.
March 2020 — UC Davis/National Travel SeminarThe ecology of organizations, responding to challenges in communities, engaging the legislative process (local and state issues). National travel seminar to Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Ga. and Gettysburg, Pa.
April 2020 — Cal Poly PomonaThe significance of change and its impacts on individuals and organizations, the value of agility in responding to change and personal power. Examine economic, social and political aspects of southern African culture. This was the foundation’s first virtual seminar.
May 2020 — Cal Poly San Luis ObispoPersuasive speech, active listening, microphone manners, executing powerful presentations, leadership model of influence and vital behaviors. During this seminar, fellows practiced and received feedback on delivering persuasive presentations to a virtual audience.
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STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
ASSETSCURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents
Contributions receivable
Pledges receivable
Short-term investments
Other current assets
Total current assets
Property and equipment–net
Pledges receivable–net
Long-term investments
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETSCURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable
Funds held for others
Other current liabilities
Total current liabilities
NET ASSETS: Without donor restrictions
With donor restrictions
Total net assets
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
20202019
455,306
5,184
177,205
709,013
121,965
1,468,673
11,021
169,650
19,959,888
21,609,232
44,397
21,591
425,226
491,214
2,845,278
18,272,740
21,118,018
21,609,232
111,538
8,375
212,694
26,474
55,324
414,405
19,320
340,855
19,408,015
20,182,595
35,641
6,644
271,524
313,809
2,771,501
17,097,285
19,868,786
20,182,595
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RESILIENT Together.
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS WITHOUT DONOR RESTRICTIONS: REVENUES AND GAINS:
Special events gross revenues
Less: special events direct costs
Net revenues from special events
Contributions
Net investment income
In-kind revenue
Other income
Net assets released from restrictions
Total revenues and gains without donor restrictions
EXPENSES: Program services
Fundraising
General and administrative
Total expenses
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS WITHOUT DONOR RESTRICTIONS:
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS WITH DONOR RESTRICTIONS: Net investment income
Net assets released from restrictions
Endowment contributions
Changes in net assets with
donor restrictions:
CHANGE IN TOTAL NET ASSETS
TOTAL NET ASSETS, BEGINNING OF YEAR
TOTAL NET ASSETS, END OF YEAR
STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES & CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
20202019
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
2019 2020
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: Change in net assets
Adjustments to reconcile change in net assets to
net cash provided (used) by operating activities:
Depreciation
Net realized/unrealized (gain)/loss on investments
Contributions for endowment purposes
Change in present value of discount on pledges
(Increase) decrease in:
Contributions receivable
Pledges receivable
Other current assets
Increase (decrease) in:
Accounts payable
Funds held for others
Other current liabilities
NET CASH PROVIDED (USED) BY
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Investment purchases
Proceeds from sale of investments
Property and equipment purchases
NET CASH PROVIDED (USED) BY INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Permanently restricted contributions
NET CASH PROVIDED (USED) BY
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
BEGINNING OF YEAR
END OF YEAR
325,709
(79,535)
246,174
976,528
78,868
36,279
18,297
400,000
1,756,146
1,231,035
286,362
164,972
1,682,369
73,777
897,820
(400,000)
677,635
1,175,455
1,249,232
19,868,786
21,118,018
337,871
(86,820)
251,051
713,058
72,776
34,675
18,409
200,000
1,289,969
1,121,633
253,069
128,108
1,502,810
(212,841)
870,854
(200,000)
732,089
1,402,943
1,190,102
18,678,684
19,868,786
1,249,232
10,148
(703,751)
(677,635)
(36,506)
3,191
243,200
(66,641)
8,756
14,947
153,702
198,643
(12,102,649)
11,571,988
(1,849)
(532,510)
677,635
677,635
343,768
111,538
455,306
1,190,102
9,622
(943,630)
(732,089)
(27,841)
(7,524)
198,250
(43,824)
(28,714)
2,123
19,467
(364,058)
(12,134,528)
11,558,915
(1,559)
(577,172)
732,089
732,089
(209,141)
320,679
111,538
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EXPENSES
Personnel cost
Travel
Programs and events
Professional services
Other operating expenses
Occupancy costs
In-kind
Fees
Depreciation expense
TOTALS
Program
404,913
398,161
81,636
101,358
40,039
64,201
18,969
6,255
6,101
1,121,633
Program
477,226
433,897
46,366
65,439
63,761
50,952
72,025
14,774
6,595
1,231,035
Fundraising
124,588
8,726
38,389
-
53,493
14,893
12,980
-
-
253,069
Fundraising
146,839
3,894
62,716
36,577
14,816
15
-
21,505
-
286,362
TOTAL
622,942
407,888
126,138
101,358
100,534
90,265
34,675
9,622
9,388
1,502,810
TOTAL
734,194
438,496
115,931
107,327
89,689
78,280
72,025
36,279
10,148
1,682,369
General & Administrative
93,441
1,001
6,113
-
7,002
11,171
2,726
3,367
3,287
128,108
General & Administrative
110,129
705
6,849
5,311
11,112
27,313
-
-
3,553
164,972
EXPENSES
Personnel cost
Travel
Professional services
Other operating expenses
Occupancy costs
Fees
Programs and events
In-kind
Depreciation expense
TOTALS
STATEMENTS OF FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES
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RESTRICTED FUND GROUP
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1,000,000 1,000,000
2,543,745 1,000,000
102,255 6,731,897
37,250 1,727,850
1,000,000 15,142,997
220
15,143,217
16,845 10,050 31,270
52,900 55,025
106,678 81,250
127,000 32,681 31,675 41,163
170,500 25,000 63,355
166,300 213,375
231,500 26,170
39,985 15,250 22,370 96,182 45,619 29,855 18,500
- 11,200
589,592
39,625 42,245 22,360 31,300 10,000 46,925
2,543,745
--
139,579 -
750 250
1,000 60,000
500,000 701,579
653
702,232
1,600 -
980 10,000 4,000 2,350
- -
3,000 8,200 5,250
12,600 -
2,800
3,862 100
5,000 3,200 4,203
- 2,750 8,185
2,450 2,000 2,100
18,900 3,800 17,449
6,800 2,200
250 350
- 5,200
139,579
1,000,000 1,000,000 2,683,324
1,000,000 103,005 6,732,147
38,250 1,787,850
1,500,000 15,844,577
873
15,845,450
18,445 10,050 32,250 62,900 59,025
109,028 81,250
127,000 35,681 39,875 46,413
183,100 25,000
66,155
170,162 213,475
236,500 29,370 44,188 15,250 25,120
104,367 48,069 31,855
20,60018,900
15,000 607,041
46,425 44,445 22,610 31,650
10,000 52,125
2,683,324
1,509,313 1,509,313
3,433,089 1,509,313
150,424 8,629,639
53,960 2,293,155 1,578,770
20,666,977 -
20,666,977
24,303 13,635
40,706 81,011 81,213
145,913 95,818
149,886 40,692 46,184 54,945
215,826 29,185 75,226
202,527 296,954 346,830
38,312 60,127 17,456
28,490 139,989 65,040 36,532 24,58920,839 15,987
775,648
53,546 59,399 34,067 46,804 12,669 62,738
3,433,089
Corpus year end 6/30/2019
Fiscal year contributions 2020
Corpus year end 6/30/2020
Accrued value year end 6/30/2020
Dean Brown Endowed Founder’s ChairJG Boswell II Endowed Founder’s Chair Special Purpose Accounts [detailed below] Board Designated EndowmentDean and Charles Buchinger Memorial Endowment Franklin Otis Booth Legacy FundDean Brown Growth and Innovation Fund JG Boswell II Legacy FundStewart & Lynda Resnick Wonderful Legacy Fund Total Restricted Fund Unrestricted Fund
Total Investments
SPECIAL PURPOSE ACCOUNTSFELLOWSHIP FUNDSAlumni Fellowship FundDean Brown Fellowship FundWomen in Leadership Fellowship FundLagomarsino Family Fellowship FundRichard Pidduck Fellowship FundManassero Fellowship FundJohn and Sheila Lake Fellowship FundThomas Mulholland Fellowship FundPaul and Yvonne [Natsuhara] Murai Fellowship Fund Gene Rapp Fellowship FundJim and Betsy Hansen Family Fellowship Fund John and Betsy Grether Fellowship FundPatricio Family Fellowship Fund John and Eda Muller Fellowship Fund
ENDOWMENT FUNDSBob Gray EndowmentBorba Family Endowment Ladera FoundationClass 12 Endowment Class 17 Endowment Class 23 Endowment Class 25 Endowment Class 30 Endowment Class 33 Endowment Class 41 Endowment Class 43 EndowmentJess Rhody Class 45 EndowmentClass 47 EndowmentGeneral Endowment
MEMORIAL FUNDSDavid Charles Martella Memorial EndowmentTim O’Neill / Class 10 Memorial FundMichelle Turner Memorial EndowmentDr. George Johannessen Memorial Endowment Remo L. Matteucci Memorial Endowment Richard R. Smith Memorial Fellowship Fund
Total
FUND COMPOSITE
RESTRICTED COMPOSITE Asset Allocation and Annualized Performance - Net of Fees
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*Global Equity is a combination of U.S. Equity and Non-U.S. Equity.
Inception Date
12/1/13
4/1/08
5/1/12
2/1/11
% Return
6.90
7.90
7.90
3.80
-
% 7 Years
-
10.30
6.50
3.50
-
% 5 Years
6.90
8.10
4.80
4.00
-
% 3 Years
7.90
9.80
4.70
4.20
-
% 1 Year
5.20
6.50
3.20
6.90
-
% Calendar YTD
-3.90
-3.40
-4.80
3.90
-
% Fiscal YTD
5.20
6.50
3.20
6.90
-
% of Portfolio
62.40
38.80
23.60
34.20
3.40
Market Value ($)
12,893,699
8,022,268
4,871,431
7,071,372
709,013
Global Equity*
U.S. Equity
Non-U.S. Equity
Fixed Income
Cash
3.4%CASH
34.2%
FIXEDINCOME
23.6%
NON U.S.EQUITY
38.8%
U.S. EQUITY
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$900,000The James G. Boswell Foundation
$500,000Resnick Foundation / The Wonderful
Company
$78,500The Zenith Agribusiness Solutions
$60,000Boswell Family Foundation
$55,000Almond Board of CaliforniaDriscoll’s & Reiter Affiliated Companies LLCTaylor Fresh Foods Inc.The McClarty Family Foundation
$50,000California Cotton Alliance
$25,000Quinn CompanyWestern Growers
$17,500Union Bank
$12,000Monterey Pacific Company Fund of the
Community Foundation for Monterey County*
$10,000Circle Vision LLC / Doug and Jan CircleFarm Credit: American AgCredit, CoBank
and Farm Credit WestFarm Credit: American AgCredit, CoBank,
Farm Credit West, Fresno Madera Farm Credit
John and Betsy GretherHelena Agri-Enterprises LLCLadera FoundationLagomarsino GroupThomas MulhollandSyngentaWells Fargo Bank
$8,500Duarte Nursery Inc.
$8,000Rabo Agri-Finance
$6,900Michael Hollister
$6,000Paul Parreira
$5,400Thomas M Bunn Family LLC
$5,224.50Bob and Pat Gray
$5,000Barry and Kim BedwellBurroughs Family OrchardsCarlos and Mercedes CastanedaCreek Rock Ventures LLCD’Arrigo Bros. Co. of CaliforniaJeff and Mori ElderJim and Betsy HansenStanley Kjar Jr.Land O’Lakes FoundationPeggy Sears PerrySonny Kalkat Memorial FoundationSunridge Nurseries Inc.Woolf Enterprises
$4,500Maria and Miguel Gutierrez
$3,500John and Edyth Ledbetter
$3,400Gene Peterson
$3,005.34Mary-Ann Warmerdam
$3,000John and Nan ColbertMatthew Efird / Efird Ag Enterprises Inc.Russel Efird / Double E Farms Inc.Justin and Emilee MoreheadPaul and Yvonne MuraiGerald and Elaine RomingerRaymond Tonella
$2,500Anthony Costa & SonsKevin AntongiovanniPhilip BowlesBob and Lisa CherensonGary and Diana CusumanoMargaret Duflock
James FinchGail and John GrayJ.D. Heiskell & Co.Kahn, Soares & Conway LLPJ. Link and Sally LeavensLimoneira Foundation FundJean and Bill PhillimoreJan Smith
$2,200Tim O’Neill Memorial Mike Bennett Lance Brown Ron Caird Steve Chrisman John Crossland Bill Daniell Bob Denney Pete Fallini Randy Linquist Paul Martin Mike Phelan
$2,000John ChandlerCal and Linda DooleyFred Rau Dairy Inc.Gorrill RanchKaweah Pump Inc.Leslie and Link LeavensNelson Irrigation CorporationJan and Paul NewtonRichard PidduckDaniel M. RodriguesMike and Jakki SencerRavi, Sureena, Atham, Daya, Imani and
Ekram Thiara
$1,750James Ewart
$1,500Anthony BozzanoTy and Sheri Parkinson
$1,300Bob and Anne Atkins
$1,233Western Ag Crop Insurance Services
$1,200Ken Zimmerman
$1,000Agriland FoundationAllied Grape GrowersKevin AndrewDerek AzevedoBengard Ranch Inc.Jeff and April BitterBream Family Farms Inc.California Fresh Fruit AssociationAdrian Calixtro**Karen CaplanDenise and Benjamin CarterBill and Carol ChandlerJim ClareClass 32Richard ClaussBill and Kathy CoitJason Cole Rick and Lynne CosynsJorge Cuevas**Doug and Alison DeGroffEDB Diversified / Tom and Ann DunganKathryn Elmore*Roberta FirovedFive Crowns MarketingJohn and Cynthia France*John and Sharon GarnerJohn and Jane GibsonBernell HarlanNicole HaydenKevin and Diane HermanMichael Hollister / Driscoll’s Charitable
FundJeana HultquistFidela IrigoyenMark and Isabella JacobsKimberly Clauss JorritsmaCharles KosmontStan and Sheri LesterMelissa MacFarlane*Adam Martinez*Catalino Martinez / Val Mar Farming LLCCameron MauritsonMaxwell FoundationDoug McGeogheganMark and Megan McKeanRon and Jamie McManisJustin MicheliRalph MyersNoland, Hamerly, Etienne & HossBeth PandolSal and Ramona ParraKelley and Tom ParsonsThomas and Karen PechtPeter Peterson
John PucheuRichard and Kathleen Zacky Family
FoundationGary and Karen RobinsonRotary Club of Turlock*Leland RuizSerres Corporation*Serres Ranch*Ted SheelyKevin and Lori StewardRosemary TalleyJohn and Diane TaylorDavid and Judy TheodoreMatthew and Laura TosteUlash TurkhanGarnett VannEllen Sanders WayBlazer WilkinsonMarcia WolfeWonderful Orchards**Chris and Sarah Woolf
$965Jensen Devaurs
$950Fowler Nurseries Inc.
$750Holly King
$600Charlie and Jackie Crabb
$525John and Carol Gorter
$500Jim and Carol AhlemGregg AvillaAaron Barcellos / A-Bar Ag EnterprisesArt BarrientosBrean Bettencourt*Jeff BoldtLuis Calderon*Norman ClarkClass 45Vernon CrowderMark DalrympleDewar Farms*Maurice and Marie DiBuduoJohn Dmytriw*Miranda Driver*E.M. Tharp Inc.Dave Edwards*
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Lucas and Candice EspericuetaPete FalliniFanciful Co.Daniel FanucchiJoey and Tawni FernandesJoseph FerraraFilice Farms LPFilter Farms Inc.*Mike and Jeanette FitchRobert and Sheryl FloresJohn and Mary Ann FryeBill GentleRobert GoodwinTed GretherClay and Jan GroefsemaEd GrossiGlen and Janet GotoHans Herkert FarmsHenry Avocado CorporationTou and Pashoua HerLes and Janet HeringerRandy and Katherine HopkinsBill Gisvold and Kathy HullHuntington FarmsDale and Mary Jane HussMark KrebsbachBob LilleyLinder Equipment Co.Steve and Kim McIntyreKent and Kathryn McKenzieEd McLaughlinGeorge and Cynthia MeekMichael MendesMidland TractorMixtec GroupJenny MoffittMoore Farms Inc.Stephen and Wendy MurrillOro Del Norte LLCJose Perez**Jane Roberti / Sierra Valley Legacy of
Agriculture FoundationEmily RooneyKaren RossJohn SalmonsonRick and Michelle SchellenbergTaylor Serres*Scott and Sara SeusAndrew Duffy SillJustin SpellmanScott and Karen StoneBrian TalleyGregory Taylor**Mark Unruh*Scott Van Der Kar
Lizet Vazquez**Roger WoodStuart and Pilar YamamotoJohn and Teri Zonneveld
$450Brittany Fagundes*
$400Stephanie GonzalesDan and Nancy NelsonJeff Stephens
$350Danielle McShaneSteve and Elaine Olson
$300John EllisJonathan “Jody” GravesMichael and Jessica KelleyDarrin MonteiroJoanne NissenKim RoginaLori Ann ThruppJohn Weiler
$268Joe Produce LLC
$251Merlin Fagan
$250Art Alafa / CargoBarn*Julie AllenDavid and Nina AmesDavid ArakelianSteven and Deborah ArnoldRick and Nancy BarnesBill and Katie BennettPaul and Sheryl BetancourtL. Lucinda ChipponeriMike and Barbara ChrismanNed CoeDale CokeLes and Cindy CrutcherClay DaultonPeter DeGrootMaria De La Paz CarpioSteven DennisNat DiBuduoMichael DimockMike and Jonnalee Dunn
Fred and Susan FerroJoy FitzhughLoren FreemanLori FrommerMicky GeorgeJohn GiovannettiGeorge GoughLauren GrizzleLess and Claudia GuthrieMelissa HeinrichStephen and Donna HeringerPhil HoganHolt of CaliforniaBenny and Donna JeffersonWilliam and Maurine JonesTracy KahnJarrett MartinLeo McGuireJulie and Joe MorrisSoapy MulhollandJames and Melissa NeeleyTim PanzieraLane and Joyce ParkerAlan and Patricia ReynoldsPat V. RicchiutiJim and Mary RickertRiver Vista FarmsDave and Jane RobertiDon RobertsHal RobertsonJohn SlinkardPaul and Connie SousaSpencer Cattle CompanyKeith and Marcia SwingerLance and Audrey TennisTMD Creative Inc.Joe TurkovichPete Vander PoelRichard VaughanVic Lanini Family TrustChris and Joann WhiteSuellen Witham
$249Bryan Foley
$200Jose Luis AguiarRobert and Nancy CadenazziTom and Kathryn ChandlerMichele ClarkRalph EvansGlenda HumistonMelissa LemaJim and Terizza Miller*
Dina MooreAlejandra NavarreteCynthia NobleBrenda and Gary OuwerkerkDouglas RuddDeanna van Klaveren
$187.79Amazon Smile
$185.30Laura Pires / Cargill*
$150AnonymousDaryn Miller*Robert Rathbone
$135Julie Johnson
$108Susan Cohen Grossman
$100Rachelle AntinettiEmily AyalaJane and Franklin BarnesWoody and Jane BarnesPierre CamsuzouJacqueline and Tom CourtrightMargaret D’Arrigo-MartinDempel Farming Co.Jerry DiefenderferJohn and Antoinette DraxlerThomas EllisBen GoodwinMark and Melissa HansenRandy and Joyce HansenBen HenryTyson HeusserDennis and Kathleen LeonardiRalph and Denene LucchettiRon MacedoDexter and Lynda McDonaldEd McFaddenNetwork for Good / FacebookMaxwell and Diane NortonJerald O’BanionKen OnetoSteve and Mary PastorRich PetersonTony Pires*Charles and Frances Pritchard
Meredith Rehrman RitchieKevin and Liza RobertsonSalinas Pump Company*Jason Schwartze and Sharon
TonnesenWilliam ScottDavid SerranoDavid SilvaTim VauxPaul ViolettC. David Viviani Dean Wineman
$75Jason and Jacqueline Pucheu
$50Jacqulyn Buffham*Dewayne HolmdahlJazmin Lopez Tom LucasShane MacKenzie*Dan Royer*
$30Cathy Haas
$20Mary Kimball
$18Ron Hyman
In-KindTMD Creative: $17,105AGR Partners Advisors LLC: $5,720Manpreet Bains and Clint Rehermann:
$3,200EDB Diversified: $2,645.90Manpreet Bains: $1,996Far Horizon Crop Insurance /
Manpreet Bains: $1,063.77Sureena and Ravi Thiara: $1,000Allied Grape Growers: $905.10James Shattuck: $792.68Melissa Duflock: $600 Deanna van Klaveren: $523.34Belmont Nursery: $474.87Manseena Orchards / Manpreet
Bains: $252
In Memory of Carl Voss (4)Larry Lemke: $1,000
In Memory of Richard Smith (7)Steve Nation: $500
In Memory of Terry Marie BengardOcean Mist Farms: $1,000
In Memory of Anne HurdGerald and Elaine Rominger: $500Mary-Ann Warmerdam: $250
In Memory of Gene RappEdwin and Kaye Camp: $2,500Lynnel and Herb Pollock: $150Bob Dempel: $100
In Memory of Edward Lea and
Armando VornoliAlbert Adreveno and John and Eda
Muller: $200
Special EventsAg Leadership Alumni World Ag Expo
Breakfast: $108,000Region 9 Golf Tournament: $55,500Colusa Farm Show Breakfast: $30,315Dean Brown Golf Tournament:
$18,000NorCal Ag Leadership Sporting Clay
Shoot: $10,438
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