LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The Lake County Farm Bureau has received a prestigious statewide award.

LCFB has been named the 2024 California Farm Bureau, County Farm Bureau of the Year for counties with up to 300 agricultural members.

This prestigious honor was presented at the 106th California Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Monterey last month, and highlights the exceptional efforts of LCFB to serve its members and the broader community.

This recognition celebrates a year of outstanding achievements, including:

● Exceeding membership goals: In February, LCFB set an ambitious target to recruit 60 new members. By October, the goal was surpassed, strengthening the voice and representation of Lake County agriculture.
● Enhanced member benefits: LCFB added valuable new discounts, including propane and local agricultural supply savings.
● Expanded outreach: Initiatives like the launch of a weekly e-newsletter, educational workshops, and a supervisor candidate forum deepened member engagement.
● Community engagement: Events like Punkin Chunkin united youth and agriculture in fun, meaningful ways.
● Advocacy and natural resource stewardship: LCFB championed critical issues like water quality and availability, while actively engaging in presentations and conversations with community stakeholders.

In addition to this award, Executive Director Rebecca Harper and staff member Serena Oñate
were honored with the Outstanding Membership Award, recognizing their exceptional efforts
in membership recruitment and engagement.

“This award is a reflection of the incredible dedication and hard work of our Board of Directors,
staff, and members,” said Harper. “From recruiting new members to fostering community connections, each of you plays a vital role in our success. I am truly inspired by the passion and commitment that drive our organization forward.”

The award announcement said it’s “a testament to the collective creativity, dedication, and vision that fuel the Lake County Farm Bureau’s ongoing mission to advocate for agriculture and support the farming community.”

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