June 2017 Ag OnE-News
(Dean Sandra Witte and President Joseph Castro)
| North Bay Alumni and Friends Dinner – June 14 |
| Thank you to the Jordan College alumni and friends who gathered at the Santa Rosa
Junior College Shone Farm for this year’s North Bay Alumni and Friends dinner on Wednesday,
June 14. The evening included a tour of Shone Farm, silent auction, wine tasting during
the social hour followed by a short program and dinner featuring Fresno State and
Shone Farm products. Guests were able to mingle with Dr. Joseph Castro, Fresno State
president, Dr. Sandra Witte, dean of the Jordan College, David Sieperda, Fresno State
farm manager, Don Parreira, Ag One President, along with other staff from Ag One and
the Jordan College.
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(Ag Boosters BBQ Circa 1985)
| Save the date – Ag Boosters BBQ September 10 |
| Mark your calendars for the 40th Annual Ag Boosters BBQ on Sunday, September 10! This year is a milestone, celebrating four decades and more than $1 million raised. Join us for an exciting
evening including a social hour sponsored by Fermin Campos Farms featuring Fresno
State farm products and cheese and cracker tasting provided by Valley industry partners,
plus the CWA Country Store sponsored by Ultra Gro Plant Food, enjoy Fresno State wine
and other beverages at the bar sponsored by Rabobank and a delicious barbecue dinner
sponsored by Zenith Agribusiness. Tickets are $50/person, $450/table and sponsorships
are still available, visit the Ag One website for more information.
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| Calling alumni and friends in the San Luis Obispo area! |
| The Jordan College is hosting a reception for alumni and friends in conjunction with
the California Agricultural Teachers’ Association conference on Monday, June 26. Stop by the Monday Club in San Luis Obispo from 6 – 7:30 p.m. for award-winning Fresno State wine and student-produced products. For more information,
contact Ag One at 559.278.4266 |
(L-R: Ross Borba, Jr., Tina Borba, Peggy Borba, Mark Borba)
| Community Salute honoring the Borba Family – July 14 |
| Purchase your tickets today for the Ag One Community Salute honoring the Borba Family
on July 14 at the Fresno Convention Center. Sponsored by The J.R. Simplot Company, the event
will begin with a social hour at 6 p.m. followed by dinner sponsored by Community Medical Centers at 7 p.m. Tickets are $125 per person, $1,250 per table of 10 guests. Sponsorships are also
available; please visit the Ag One website for more information.
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| Congratulations to Bob Boyd! |
| Join us in wishing alumnus Robert Boyd (pictured right) the happiest of retirements
as he leaves the university after nearly 40 years of service. Fresno State's campus
continues to grow and develop thanks in-part to Bob’s work as associate vice president
for Facilities Management. Bob graduated in 1979 with a degree in Agricultural Economics
and began his career with the university as a student assistant. Bob's many talents
and areas of service extend to the Ag One Foundation as a previous member of the board
of directors and committee member of the annual Ag Boosters BBQ. He has committed
his career to building a place for our future generations and has overseen a multitude
of improvements at Fresno State and the Jordan College, including the Jordan Agricultural
Research Center. We thank Bob for his tireless commitment to the university, to the
college and to Ag One!
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| Fresno State students learn about agriculture in the Azores |
| Twelve Jordan College students returned recently from a study abroad trip to the Azorean
islands of Terceira and Sao Miguel as part of Fresno State’s academic exchange agreement
with the University of the Azores. Students visited dairy, fish, floral, food processing,
fruit, sugar, tea, vegetable, vineyard and winery production facilities from May 22
to May 31 and were joined by faculty members John Cordeiro (Animal Science) and Dr.
Maggie Ellis (Plant Science). University and government officials also presented to
the visiting group on international economic, cultural and historic topics. Read more |
| Memorial service to be held for Dr. Gary Ritenour |
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The Jordan College remembers Dr. Gary L. Ritenour, Professor Emeritus of Plant Science,
who passed away on January 10, 2017. Dr. Ritenour joined the department faculty in
1969. He taught a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in plant science,
agronomy, plant protection, plant health, applied statistics and biometrics. He served
the department, college and the university with distinction. Dr. Ritenour assumed
a number of administrative positions, including Director of Agricultural Operations,
Chair of the Department of Plant Science and Mechanized Agriculture and Director of
Crop Production and Protection Center. He was a consultant in crop production and
agricultural chemicals for nearly 30 years, and during his tenure he conducted research
on evaluation of agricultural chemicals. He was a member of several professional societies
and received many awards from the industry and university. The service will be held
on Saturday, June 24 at 2 p.m. at First Church of God in Fresno (3920 N. First St.)
Read More
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Planting seeds of success...
Important Dates
July 14, 2017 - Community Salute honoring the Borba Family, Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Halls
September 10, 2017 - Ag Boosters BBQ, Borba Ranch
September 10, 2017 - Fantasy Vacation Drawing, Borba Ranch
| Become an Ag One member! |
| If you’re not already a member, please consider joining Ag One and receive 10% off selected items like wine and olive oil at the Rue and Gwen Gibson
Farm Market! Join or renew your existing membership today!
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