Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Advocates for Napa Valley's Sustainable Agriculture
Since 1913, the Napa County Farm Bureau has served as the authoritative voice for Napa Valley's agricultural community. Our organization advocates for policies that create a sustainable political, social, and economic environment for agriculture, representing over 1,200 members including farmers, ranchers, vintners, and agricultural businesses. We deliver comprehensive services in government relations, advocacy, education, and community outreach, with notable achievements in county policy, trade, immigration, tax reform, wildfire prevention funding, and environmental policy.Our initiatives include agricultural education programs like Ag Day and Ag In The Classroom, scholarship opportunities for agricultural students, and critical advocacy work regarding the Region 2 Vineyard General Permit. As the oldest and largest agricultural organization in Napa Valley, we combine deep historical roots with contemporary policy expertise to protect and advance agricultural interests at local, state, and federal levels.
Services
Agricultural Advocacy
Policy Representation
Educational Programs
Community Outreach
Environmental Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- We offer expert policy advocacy with proven successes in agricultural legislation
- Our educational programs reach over 1,000 students annually through Ag Day events
- We provide exclusive member benefits including compliance assistance and discounts
- Our team maintains 110+ years of continuous agricultural policy expertise
- We administer critical environmental compliance programs saving members thousands annually
Services
Agricultural Advocacy
Our organization provides comprehensive policy representation for Napa Valley's agricultural community. We work at local, state, and federal levels to shape legislation affecting farming, environmental regulations, and land use. With over a century of experience, our advocacy team has achieved significant successes in trade policy, immigration reform, wildfire prevention funding, and tax legislation that directly benefit agricultural operations in the region.
Educational Programs
We deliver agricultural education initiatives that connect Napa Valley's youth with farming heritage. Our Ag Day program educates over 1,000 elementary students annually through hands-on experiences, while Ag In The Classroom brings agricultural curriculum to local schools. We also administer the Aldo Delfino Scholarship Fund, awarding tens of thousands in annual scholarships to students pursuing agricultural studies at the collegiate level.
Environmental Compliance
Our team manages complex environmental compliance requirements for vineyard properties under the Region 2 Vineyard General Permit. We administer group monitoring programs that save members thousands in fees while ensuring water quality standards are met. This includes technical support for farm plan verification, sediment control, and discharge management through partnerships with regional conservation districts.
Community Outreach
We organize community engagement initiatives that strengthen connections between agriculture and local residents. Our programs include food bank donations, public agricultural events, and youth development through the Young Farmers & Ranchers program. We also coordinate disaster response efforts and safety training for agricultural workers during emergencies like wildfires.
Membership Services
We provide comprehensive support to our 1,200+ members through networking opportunities, policy updates, and business resources. Members receive exclusive discounts through our Member-to-Member program, compliance assistance, and representation in regulatory matters. Our services help agricultural professionals maintain operational viability while preserving Napa Valley's world-class agricultural standards.
People
Peter Rumble
Chief Executive Officer
Peter Rumble leads the Napa County Farm Bureau with decades of agricultural policy experience. He directs strategic initiatives, represents members in legislative matters, and oversees organizational operations while maintaining active involvement in statewide agricultural coalitions.
Kristen Bowers
Bookkeeper & Compliance
Kristen Bowers manages financial operations and compliance programs for the organization. She oversees the administration of environmental permit fees and ensures accurate accounting for the bureau's various programs and initiatives.
Anahi Fregoso
Project Coordinator
Anahi Fregoso coordinates special projects and program implementation for the bureau. She works closely with members to facilitate compliance assistance and supports educational outreach initiatives across Napa County.
Kristina Knobloch
Membership Division
Kristina Knobloch leads membership development efforts, managing recruitment and retention programs. She coordinates member benefits and serves as primary contact for agricultural professionals seeking to join the organization.
Questions
What is Napa County Farm Bureau's primary mission?
We advocate for Napa Valley's agricultural community, creating policies that sustain farming viability while protecting environmental resources through representation, education, and member services.
How does the organization support local agriculture?
We provide policy advocacy, educational programs like Ag Day, environmental compliance assistance, and member benefits including networking opportunities and business discounts.
What educational programs do you offer?
Our Ag Day program educates 1,000+ students annually, Ag In The Classroom brings agriculture curriculum to schools, and we award scholarships to agricultural students through our foundation.
How does the bureau help with environmental regulations?
We administer the Region 2 Vineyard General Permit compliance program, helping members meet water quality standards while reducing costs through group monitoring initiatives.
What membership benefits are available?
Members receive policy representation, compliance assistance, business discounts through our Member-to-Member program, and access to exclusive agricultural networking opportunities.
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