About Us
Values & Principles
We value equitable access to opportunity, resilient working landscapes, fairness and accountability, and learning from diverse farmers and ranchers.
Values and principles that inspire our work include:
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Equitable access for people of color, women, immigrants, and beginners to establish themselves in California agriculture.
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Creativity and innovation, with tools and strategies that support and connect farmers and ranchers with land, financing, and assistance.
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Partnership and commitment focused on building long-term relationships with farmers, ranchers, landowners, and other partners.
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Environmental stewardship and resilient working landscapes that provide the basis for sustainable and organic agriculture.
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Fairness, accountability, and transparency when connecting people with land and financing.
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Learning from diverse communities of farmers and ranchers who inform, teach, and inspire us to improve our work.