All posts in Sonoma County Chapter
CAFF Sonoma Opposes Misguided anti-CAFO Initiative
The Sonoma County Chapter of Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) is OPPOSED to the proposed local ballot measure put forth by the Coalition to End Factory Farming to prohibit […]
Regenerative Ag Forum 2023: Summary (Thursday)
A summary from the expert panel & producer/community discussion session | November 2nd, 2023 on Regenerative Agriculture: What Should it Mean? Hosted by the Sonoma County CAFF chapter.
Regenerative Ag VIP Panel 2023: Summary (Friday)
A summary of the 2023 CAFF VIP Tour: Regenerative Agriculture: What Should it Mean? Technical Expert & Producer Panels | Hosted on November 3rd, 2023 by the Sonoma County CAFF […]
Regenerative Ag VIP tour 2023: Extended Resource List
A resource list on Regenerative Agriculture: Policy, Standards, and Implementation, part of the 2023 VIP Policy Tour hosted by the Sonoma County CAFF chapter.
Farming in Drought: Sonoma County Policy Recommendations
Policy recommendations, priorities and resources from the Sonoma County CAFF chapter’s VIP Tour focused on water issues and drought. This document is designed for policymakers, government agencies and anyone interested […]
Farming in Drought: Notes from Sonoma County CAFF VIP Tour 2022
A recap from the 2022 Farm Policy VIP Tour hosted at Preston Farm & Vineyard and put on by the Sonoma County CAFF chapter focused on water issues and small-scale […]
Episode 2: Wild Oat Hollow Penngrove, CA
In this episode, Sarah Keiser of Wild Oat Hollow in Penngrove, CA describes her entry into ranching and how her love of the land positioned her to become a leader […]
Commemoration of Commitment: Terry and Carolyn Harrison
On behalf of Community Alliance with Family Farmers, it is our honor and privilege to recognize the enduring commitment of Terry and Carolyn Harrison to our organization’s mission. […]
Support Urban Agriculture in Cotati!
Every community deserves the right to local food sovereignty. And that’s the effort unfolding right now in the city of Cotati. Speak up today or at the upcoming city council […]
Sonoma County VIP Tour 2021
Prepared for local leaders and policymakers, this 2-page document highlights the potential of “food belts” and urban agriculture in Sonoma County (and beyond), and provides recommendations for policy reform to […]
North Bay Farmer Forum 2021: Notes
Notes from the October 5th, 2021 Farmer Forum, CAFF’s listening session with farmers, digging into topics of most concern to local agriculture, obstacles faced by family farmers, and guidance for […]
Host Permits & Off Farm Sales: Sonoma County
This informational webinar for farmers explores Sonoma County regulations regarding hosting permits and selling produce off the farm (beyond farmers markets) Topics include: – Host permit for farms that want […]
Wildfire Resilience on the Farm: Sonoma County, CA
Fire Resilience on the Farm. This 6-part workshop includes presentations from farmers, ranchers, experts and agencies on preparing your farm or ranch for wildfire. While some speakers may be focused […]
Water Smart Farming
On-farm water conservation practice, slides created by Keith Ables of the Sonoma County Resource Conservation District for CAFF’s “Farming During Drought” Webinar, 4/19/21
Video: Farming During Drought
Webinar recording of “Farming During Drought” hosted by the Sonoma County CAFF chapter together with the Sonoma RCD, exploring water smart farming practices as well as government support for farmers […]
(VIDEO) Carbon Farming Community Partnerships: Sonoma County
Join the Sonoma County CAFF chapter for a virtual presentation and discussion on Community Partners & Carbon Farming, featuring Anthony Myint of ZeroFoodprint and Restore CA: Sonoma County – a […]
When it’s time for food & ag workers to get vaccinated, be ready
Food and agriculture workers are designated to receive the vaccine in the next tier, Phase 1b Tier 1. The populations in this phase include: Persons 75 years and older and […]
CAFF Sonoma County Chapter Positions 2021
Chapter officers, Proposed Slate: Position-sharing welcome. Openings may be filled by appointment by Leadership Circle during the year. Six month commitment to Leadership Circle requested prior to appointment. President – […]
Video: Pitchforks & Policy: Sonoma County 2020
Food and agricultural policies have a big impact on our world, from how we farm to equity in the food system to protecting the future of our land. On October […]
Family Farmers say YES on Measure P
When Sonya Perrotti, owner of Coyote Family Farm in Penngrove, saw big signs lining nearby roads that read Farmers Say No on Measure P, she thought to herself, “Oh, do […]
Pitchforks & Policy: Sonoma County
OCTOBER 6, 2020 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM Food & Agricultural Policies And Issues of Note for Sonoma County & California …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… LOCAL ISSUES 2020 HIGHLIGHTS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… AGRICULTURAL LAND USE […]
CAFF’s Sonoma County Farm VIP Farm Tour
CAFF’s Sonoma County chapter hosts it’s annual VIP Farm Tour (this year virtually), inviting policymakers, agency representatives and other community leaders to visit farms, learn about their operations and discuss […]