In December, agricultural mechanics programs across the county were contacted by the Kings County Farm Bureau seeking to merge the concept of agricultural production and 100 years of service from the Farm Bureau on behalf of farmers and agriculturists. The request was a statue commemorating the dedication on behalf of the Farm Bureau and their relationship with Kings County Agriculture.

Two programs emerged as finalists after submitting their proposals. Both Corcoran and Hanford worked diligently to submit quality designs representing the proposal and their programs. After a rigorous selection process, Corcoran Agricultural Education is pleased to announce our partnership with KCFB in this project.

When considering a design for this project, we elected to engage our Farm Enterprise class for the design. This was due to the unique aspect of the class that brings together students from both agricultural science classes and agricultural mechanics. Moreover, these students are unique in being from both production agriculture backgrounds and non-traditional students.

The resulting project is a testament to their diversity and ingenuity. The project was handled as a class, where they designed the project, crafted a proposal, and culminated the experience with a presentation to the Farm Bureau board. Throughout the process students engaged in authentic learning, while delving into the heritage of their community and county’s agricultural background.

The initial proposal centers around seven barrels positioned on podiums, with six barrels representing key crops in Kings County. The seventh shows a cutout of the county, with the KCFB’s mission inscribed in the center. Placement and final design considerations are still being discussed, but we are excited to keep the community engaged as the project continues.

Corcoran Agricultural Education and the Farm Enterprise class are humbled by this opportunity to partner with KCFB. Moreover, we are appreciative of the consideration given to our students. We would also like to thank Hanford High and their instructor Brian Combes. Their design was excellent and certainly would have represented the intent of the project equally as well. We look forward to sharing more soon, until then we will continue to keep you in suspense.

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The event will be held at beautiful Burris Park from 4-7pm and offer guests the opportunity to sample an impressive assortment of California wines, hand-crafted beers, and to purchase food from some favorite local eateries. The evening will feature live music by Hanford’s own J.J. Brown, an outdoor game area and a silent auction.

Wineries that will be pouring include CWO Cacciatore, Cardella Winery, E & J Gallo Winery, Farmer’s Fury and Twisted Roots Winery. Bird Street Brewing, Firestone Walker Brewing Company, Full Circle Brewing Company, Riley’s Brewing, Mad Duck Brewery, Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Company and the Tulare County Homebrew Organization will be sharing an assortment of craft beers. Sponsors that include A.S. Danielson’s, Bennett & Bennett Irrigation, Golden State Farm Credit and Mitchell Insurance Service will also be serving up an assortment of wine and beer.

Food, desserts and beverages will be available from vendors that include Fagundes Old World Cheese, Figaro’s Mexican Grill, Rock N Roll Deli and Rosa Brothers Milk Company.

KCFB Executive Director Dusty Ference said that the money raised will allow Farm Bureau to fund ag education and outreach programs in Kings County, from training classes and industry workshops to political activism, community involvement and Farm Day.

“Farm Bureau relies heavily on fundraisers like this one to allow us to continue advocating for Kings County agriculture and providing the programs and services that local farmers have come to rely on,” Ference said.

Taste of the Valley tickets are $45 each, and can be purchased online at kcfb.org or at the KCFB office, 870 Greenfield Ave. in Hanford. Tickets will also be on sale at the gate on the day of the event for $50. For more information, please call the KCFB office at 584-3557.

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