Contents
18
FIELD TEAM
20
NEWS IN A NUTSHELL
26
ANNUAL GROWERS
MEETING
42
ADVOCACY REPORT
44
IN YOUR ORCHARD
54
CLASSIFIED ADS
Features
6
President’s Corner
Adapted from his 2018 Annual Meeting speech,
President and CEO Mark Jansen highlights business
achievements and addresses how Blue Diamond is
delivering on our promise.
14
Chairman’s Message
Chairman Dan Cummings talks about how Blue
Diamond is working to ensure the cooperative thrives
for generations to come in remarks adapted from his
2018 Annual Meeting address.
24
Giving Tuesday
The partnership between Blue Diamond and California
FFA continues for a second year. Giving Tuesday honors
the spirit of philanthropy – it’s all about giving the gift
of blue.
42
100 Years of Partnership
It is not often a company in California turns 100 years
old. Ag Council has been fortunate to celebrate the
centennial of several of its members, including Blue
Diamond Growers.
ON THE COVER:
Blue Diamond wishes all our readers a happy and safe holiday season.
NOV–DEC 2018
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