JULY | AUGUST 2017
Almond Facts
39
Audrey Evangelo –
Hanford
Fall 2017 School:
California Polytechnic State University,
San Luis Obispo
Major:
Agricultural Communications
“Growing up in a rural community, my life has been greatly impacted by agriculture.
I enjoy being a part of the agricultural community and publicizing its importance. As
I further my education and begin my career path in agriculture, I hope to effectively
communicate with others while promoting the industry. I believe that it is very important
that everyone knows and understands the current issues being faced in agriculture.”
Madison Hall –
Atwater
Fall 2017 School:
California State University, Fresno
Major:
Agriculture Education
“Agriculture has always played quite a big role in my life. One of the biggest problems
I see in agriculture today is ag literacy. Normal everyday people who are not familiar
with the industry are not aware of its true aspects. As an agriculture instructor, I plan to
educate the next generation to understand the true benefits and opportunities provided
by this industry.”
Casey Hatch –
Hughson
Fall 2017 School:
California State University, Stanislaus
Major:
Biology
“I hope to have my own orchard in the future and continue the tradition of growing
almonds. I know this process is not easy. There are many problems in agriculture.
The drought has been hard on trees and the process of getting water can be difficult
and expensive. There are also issues with land use and ever-changing regulations
about fertilizers, herbicides, and other chemicals.”
