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Fellows leading sustainable production across California's regions.
An advanced, 17-month leadership experience for emerging and mid-career leaders shaping the future of California agriculture.
Whether you're ready to apply, reconnect, or give back — start here.
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See your impact, explore giving levels, and help sustain a 55-year legacy.
Give today →More than 1,500 fellows have become catalysts for a vibrant agricultural industry — making lasting contributions to their businesses, communities, and families.
It's a serious commitment — and a transformational one. Here's what the experience asks, and what you'll gain.
Fellows leading sustainable production across California's regions.
Bringing new thinking to age-old challenges in agriculture.
Leaders serving their industry, communities, and families.
Driving a vibrant agricultural economy statewide.
Advancing, benefiting, and promoting California agriculture.
Securely connect with 1,500+ graduates. Search the directory, access learning modules, RSVP to events, and keep growing — for life.
Every gift sustains, grows, and strengthens the programs that preserve California agriculture for the next generation.
Reconnects, socials, and gatherings across California's agricultural regions.
Join us for the Region 1 Reconnect Social and Dinner with fellow alumni.
Learn more →Join Ag Leadership alumni for an evening at the Salinas Rodeo.
Learn more →Gather with Ag Leadership alumni at the Stanislaus County Fair.
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Continuing education and First Fridays for the alumni community.
An integrated, comprehensive curriculum delivered with Cal Poly Pomona, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Fresno State, UC Davis, and Chico State.
Take the first step toward one of the premier leadership development experiences in the United States.