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Farming shapes the local landscape.For every acre of buildings and pavement in Ventura County,
there’s an acre of strawberries, lemons and other crops.How much of your local favorite fruit or vegetable is grown here? -
Farming supports local families.One in 10 Ventura County households relies on income related to agriculture,
which supports 45,000 jobs.Help support local farmers and enjoy locally grown food. -
Farming supports local communities.Agriculture generates more than $75 million a year in tax revenue for Ventura County,
supporting services that enhance everyone’s quality of life.You can work with local businesses that support agriculture. -
Farming, water and sustainability.Without water, there is no food. Over the past century, Ventura County’s groundwater
aquifers have supplied the majority of the water needed to grow our crops.Farm Bureau’s leadership has helped protect that precious resource. -
Waves of invasion.Like their counterparts elsewhere, farmers and ranchers in Ventura County
engage in constant battle against crop-destroying pests and pathogens.Some can destroy a farm’s productivity and profitability nearly overnight.
Farm Bureau of Ventura County
For more than a century, we've been supporting local farmers and ranchers through education and advocacy.
No industry has a more profound impact on Ventura County's landscape and quality of life than agriculture. Farmers and ranchers are stewards of more than half of the privately owned land in the county; their fields, orchards and rangeland are a precious local heritage. Farm Bureau has been helping preserve this heritage since 1914.
We do much more, however, than provide farmers and ranchers the tools and support they need to thrive. We also serve as a resource for legislators, educators, community leaders and everyone who cares about local food and farming. Whether you're interested in land-use policy, the types of crops grown here, or the best place to pick your own produce, see how Farm Bureau of Ventura County can help you.
Who We Are
Farm Bureau of Ventura County was born in 1914. Although the organization has changed a great deal...
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What We Do
We fight for sensible land-use policies. We protect the county's water supply and local water quality. And more...
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Crop Data
Each year, the County Agricultural Commissioner issues a report detailing the abundance and variety...
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Businesses
Agriculture supports many related businesses, and it takes many different support industries...
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Restaurants
As consumer interest in local food and farms has grown, a new breed of chefs and restaurateurs...
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Our Members
Everyone is eligible to apply for Farm Bureau membership and receive the many benefits and services available...
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Premium Members / Founders Circle
You Can Support Ventura County’s Farms & Farmers
Everyone is eligible to join. Whether you're a farmer, rancher, business owner or simply a resident who appreciates Ventura County's delicious, locally grown food, there is a Farm Bureau membership that fits your interests and budget.
Farm Bureau of Ventura County Publications
The Farm Bureau of Ventura County publishes or distributes a number of periodical publications specifically geared to agriculture. These include the organization’s monthly newsletter, the quarterly Central Coast Farm & Ranch magazine, the weekly Ag Alert newspaper published by California Farm Bureau Federation, and California Country—a bimonthly magazine also published by CFBF.
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Agriculture Policies
Farm Bureau is the voice of Ventura County agriculture in local planning and policy discussions. We promote careful, efficient and ethical use of land, water and other resources.
- Water Policy
- Land Use Policy
- Farm Team/FARM PAC®
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Media - The #1 Resource
The Farm Bureau strives to be the No. 1 source of accurate, reliable information about Ventura County agriculture. If you’re researching a story, gathering information for a report, or seeking answers to common questions about the county’s most visible industry, we hope you’ll turn to us first. If we don’t have the answers you need, we’ll refer you to someone who does.
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Farm Bureau Calendar
Thinking of scheduling a meeting or event?
Check here first!This shared calendar lists events of interest to members of Ventura County’s agricultural community. These include board meetings for various organizations, from packing houses to water agencies and civic organizations.
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