Greetings Farm Bureau Members,
Our annual meeting was a huge success. It is always a pleasure to gather at Barra of Mendocino to see old friends and celebrate our scholarship awardees. Thanks to your support and the work of our scholarship committee, MCFB awarded $35,000 to 15 local college bound and collegiate youth enrolled in agricultural related majors. Thank you chair Marti Bradford for organizing our scholarship program again!
At our annual meeting our board members renewed their commitment to continue serving on our board and we welcomed a new board member, Erin Kile of Potter Valley. This is my second year serving as board president, and I am looking forward to my third term.
Many agricultural industries in Mendocino County are facing challenges on many fronts-ever increasing regulatory requirements, taxes disguised as fees to fund state mandates, extremely challenging market conditions and threats to our water supplies. Mendocino County Farm Bureau continues to work hard to promote and protect agriculture in our county.
Even with the challenges we are facing, we stay optimistic. Together, we are finding solutions for the future of the Potter Valley Project, tracking the City of Ukiah’s annexation plans, and rolling out a framework to comply with the Vineyard Order that was adopted in June. Your membership and participation allows our organization to continue supporting our farming community and the rural character of Mendocino County.
On that note, please share with your friends and family the value of Farm Bureau, and invite other producers or friends of agriculture to join MCFB. Our voice is stronger and our impact is greater when we stand together. Thank you for your continued support.
