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THE NUMBERS ARE IN!
Templeton Feed & Grain; Stronger Together.
We have an exciting update in regards to The Grain Revival that we volunteered at back in 2025 alongside the SLO County Cattleman and SLO County Cattlewomen!
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Fundraiser Final Numbers,
Templeton Feed & Grain; Stronger Together.
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A Message from The Ponderosa:
The planning of the "One Town, One Table" dinner & "The Grain Revival" proved to be monumental tasks, but, Templetons' own Stronger Together Committee made quick work when showing what happens as like minded community leaders come together with one purpose. To help its neighbors in need. A simple thank you can not convey the gratitude from the Jermin family, Ponderosa and Templeton as a whole. Thank you,
Templeton Forever, Forever Templeton
Read the Full Report Here
| | | This Week In SLO County Agriculture | | Upcoming Event Information: | | | | |
SLO YF&R will be meeting at the SLO Farm Bureau Office at 5:30pm on Tuesday, January 13th for quick social.
Meeting to start at 6:00pm. We will provide light snacks and drinks.
This will be our first meeting of the year and will be used as a meet and greet, as well as an informational meeting to talk about the new year, and new goals of SLO YF&R.
The address is:
4875 Morabito Pl, San Luis Obispo .
If you have any questions please reach out to Jesslyn at jblank@slofarmbureau.org!
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Our Members Make Us Strong
At SLO County Farm Bureau, our members are the heart of everything we do. From family farms to local ag businesses, each of you plays a vital role in strengthening our agricultural community. We want to celebrate the work you’re doing and share your story with others!
If you’d like to be featured in an upcoming edition of our e-newsletter, we’d love to hear from you. Just reach out to us—we’re excited to highlight the people who make SLO County agriculture thrive.
Please reach out to Jesslyn at jblank@slofarmbureau.org to be featured!
| | Scholarship Information for Local Students | |
Scholarship opportunities for agriculture students in San Luis Obispo County are available now. If you have a student pursuing a degree in agriculture, animal science, agribusiness, or a related field, be sure to check out the scholarships offered through the SLO County Farm Bureau and local partners.
- SLO County Farm Bureau Women Scholarship
- SLO County Cattlewomen Scholarship
- AG Awareness Foundation Scholarship
- Community Foundation of SLO Scholarships
- AG Awareness Foundation Scholarship
Find More Information Here!
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California DMV Ceases Issuing Nondomiciled CLPs/CDLs | There is significant confusion about the current state of commercial driver’s licenses for non-domiciled persons in California and whether commercial driver’s licenses are being canceled. The California Department of Motor Vehicles says the extension given is valid, and the U.S. Department of Transportation is arguing otherwise. | | | |
2026 Could See the End of the Farm Bill Era of American Agriculture Policy | WASHINGTON (THE CONVERSATION) - With Congress back in session, legislators will take up a set of issues they haven't comprehensively addressed since 2018 - the... | | | |
CDFA Awards Nearly $27 Million to Support Greenhouse Gas Mitigation and Water Quality Improvement Through Dairy Plus Program | The California Department of Food and Agriculture Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability (OARS) and California Dairy Research Foundation have announced the award of $26.8 million in federal grant funding through the Dairy Plus Program for 23 on-farm methane emission reduction and water quality improvement projects across California. | | | |
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North County Farmers Market Schedule:
Monday - Baywood 2:00pm- 4:30pm
Tuesday - Paso Robles 9:30am-12:00pm
Wednesday - Atascadero 3:00pm-5:00pm during the winter time change
Saturdays - Templeton 9:00am-12:30pm
More Information Here!
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| | Thank You Farm Bureau Members | | |
New Associate Members
Louise Oganesian
Renewing Associate Members
Patricia Knudson
Jeanne Helphenstine
Steven Soto
Joseph Balint
Renewing Agriculture Members
Las Tablas Ranch
Tony Costa
Vineyard Professional Services Inc
Donald Campbell
New Platinum Members
Classic Electric and Consulting, Corp.
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Beef Cattle Herd Health
UC Cooperative Extension in collaboration with UC Davis Veterinary Medicine offers free online webinars. The sessions cover topics important to cattle health and management and include lots of visuals. Webinars are held live and participants have the opportunity to ask clarification questions on topics presented or with personal ranch questions or scenarios. This site includes future events, recordings of past webinars, and follow up resources on important cattle herd health topics.
The webinars are cohosted by University of California Cooperative Extension advisors Tracy Schohr, Grace Woodmansee, Andrea Warner, and specialist Dr. Gabriele Maier.
2026 Webinar Series
This year's session will be on Tuesday nights in January!
To register for the 2026 series please click here.
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- January 6, 2026 - Estimating Worm Burden for Improved Deworming Strategies
- January 13, 2026 - Defending Against Bovine Viral Diarrhea with Dr. Bret McNabb
- January 20, 2026 – Linking Rangeland Forage Production to Cattle Nutrition
- January 27, 2026 - Treating Cattle Abscesses & Open Wounds
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CDFA Lifts Statewide Ban on California Poultry and Dairy Cattle Exhibitions at Fairs and Shows | The California Farm Bureau Federation advocates for California farmers, ranchers, and family farms, promoting sustainable agriculture and education. | | | |
Commissioner Sid Miller Sounds Urgent Alarm: Additional Screwworm Case Detected Just 215 Miles From Texas Border | AUSTIN, Texas - Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller issued a stark warning to livestock producers in Texas and nationwide after Mexican authorities confirmed an additional New... | | | |
Brazil Surpasses US as Top Beef Producer, Eases Global Supply Squeeze | Brazil surpassed the United States as the world's top beef producer last year, according to market estimates, | | | |
Remembering Wine Legends Lost in 2025 | January 9, 2026 - Thinking back on the number of winemakers and wine industry legends who bid adieu to this earthly life during 2025, gave me pause. They are disappearing at a rapid rate, signaling a true changing of the guard that coincides rather fortuitously with the sea change occurring in the wine industry. | | | |
State Abruptly Ends Year-Long Silent Treatment for Kings County Water Managers | The state Water Resources Control Board has ended its silent treatment of Kings County groundwater managers after one year. | | | |
Explore California drought and water issues, including reservoir levels, water shortages reported, and water restrictions. | | | | |
SLO County Farm Bureau Members Community Discounts:
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Talley Farm Box - SLO Farm Bureau Members Receive $15.00 off your first Talley Farms Box with Code: SLOFB
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JUSTIN Winery - SLO Farm Bureau Members Receive 20% off sitewide using code SLOFB20
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CAMBRIA Hotel-Templeton - SLO Farm Bureau Members Receive discounted booking rate
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Agricultural & Equipment Discounts
• Grainger
– Special Farm Bureau pricing on industrial/ag supplies
– Free standard ground shipping
• Case IH
– $200–$500 off eligible tractors, hay tools, balers, windrowers
• John Deere (Platinum 1 Rewards Tier)
– Commercial mowers: $200–$1,700 off
– Residential mowers: $50–$150 off
– Utility vehicles: $100–$250 off
– Tractors: $150–$250 off
– Compact construction equipment: $550–$1,400 off
• O’Reilly Auto Parts
– 5%–20% off parts & supplies
– FREE local delivery at many locations
Supplies, Home & Business Discounts
• Dunn-Edwards Paints / Kelly-Moore Paints
– Up to 30% off paint & coatings
• A4 Promotions & Incentives
– Up to 20% off select promotional & branded items
– 50% discount on licensing for CA Grown branding
Health & Emergency Services
• AirMedCare Network
– Discounted air ambulance membership coverage
• Prescription Discount Program
– Up to 75% off medications at 68,000+ pharmacies
• RespondR Emergency Alert Program
– 50% off membership for Farm Bureau members
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Travel, Vehicles & Lodging
Car Rentals:
• Avis — Up to 35% off base rental rates
• Budget — Up to 35% off base rental rates
• Budget Truck Rental — 20% off truck rentals & mileage
• Ford— $500 Cash Reward on select vehicles for active Farm Bureau Members
Hotels:
• Choice Hotels — 20% off Best Available Rate
• Wyndham Hotels & Resorts — Up to 20% off lodging
Family Travel & Entertainment:
• Great Wolf Lodge — Up to 30% off resort stays
• Theme Parks & Attractions — Discounted tickets to select attractions
Energy & Utilities
• AmeriGas Propane
– $0.05 per gallon discount
– FREE service check
– No Run-Out Guarantee
– 24-hour emergency service
Business, Labor & Financial Services
• Farm Bureau Bank
– Member banking services: loans, credit cards, savings, business accounts
• Farm Employers Labor Service (FELS®)
– $100 off annual enrollment
– 20% off FELS products, seminars & publications
Insurance
• Nationwide
– Exclusive member access to discounted insurance programs:
– Home, Auto, Farm/Ranch
– Business & Workers Comp
– Pet, Powersports, Life
| | Farm Bureau Membership Matters | | | | |
We cannot support your freedom to farm and ranch without your membership.
Join SLO County Farm Bureau now or renew your membership online. Go to slofarmbureau.org to join, or download the membership form PDF.
Have your renewal notice available to speed up the process; you will need to enter your membership number, name and ZIP code. Renewal dues may be paid online or over the phone by credit card.
We're here to help! Call us if you need us to lookup your member number or we can process your membership for you, at 805-543-3654.
All California county Farm Bureau memberships are processed through the California Farm Bureau Federation, but please reach out to our SLO County office if you need your membership number or have questions.
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