Crisis Support for Regional Ag Communities
KTA client farmers and ranchers as well as the agricultural communities of which they’re a part have endured deep harm and trauma. The current systems in place fail to adequately support those within the agricultural ecosystem, particularly as we confront the challenges brought about by climate change. As these individuals and communities navigate loss and grief while making sense of a path forward, we can show up alongside them in these crises.
This page serves as a community resource offering ways of directly supporting our client farmers and ranchers, and regional agricultural communities. We will update this page regularly as we hear from our clients and connect with resources from partners. If you have anything to add, feel free to email us or message us on social media.
Thank you for all the ways you show up for our regional agricultural communities, particularly in these moments.
Last Updated 02.23.2024 11:00AM
KTA CLIENT GOFUNDME’s
As our client farmers and ranchers respond to the damage caused by the California winter storms, several GoFundMe’s have been organized to support the process of re-building. We invite you to read their stories to understand how they have been affected, and to support if you are able.
Torres Organic Farm, a beloved part of our community, is facing a crisis. Due to unexpected illness and disaster, they need our support now more than ever. Please donate to their recovery fund and help them get back on their feet.
ONGOING SUPPORT
As our clients resume their operations, it is vital to reinforce the success and viability of their businesses both as they re-build and also prepare for future risks. You can directly participate in their businesses by shopping with them year-round and remaining connected to their journeys.
Love Local Guide
Our Love Local Guide details the CSA and subscription programs, farmers markets, home delivery offerings, and more where you can support KTA client farmers and ranchers.
Farmers & Ranchers Page
Connect directly with our client farmers and ranchers through their websites and social media to hear real-time updates from them.
MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
If you are curious to more deeply explore the stories and experiences of those most impacted by these crises, we invite you to spend time with these media features.
California Farms and Farmworkers Attempt to Recover From Record Floods - Modern Farmer
This article highlights the stories of farm owners and farmworkers as they navigate the damage caused by the winter storms, including the obstacles they face as they seek aid through government and community support. KTA client Rudy Jimenez of Green Thumb Organics and partner organization Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) are featured.
Migrant Farmworkers Have No Safety Net in the Face of Catastrophic Flooding - Truthout
Truthout’s piece documents the devastating impacts of both the recent winter storms as well as climate change at large on California’s farmworking community, highlighting the state-level advocacy work to support this community. This story features KTA client Javier Zamora of JSM Organics.
‘I want to be heard’: Half Moon Bay farmworkers struggle in ‘deplorable’ conditions - LA Times
This article reports on the poor living conditions of many farmworkers in Half Moon Bay among rising real estate prices, exploring how the recent massacre of seven farmworkers has re-illuminated this long-standing problem. The story features KTA clients Veronica Mazariegos-Anastassiou of Brisa Ranch and Caleb Barron of Fogline Farm as well as KTA partner Rita Mancera, Executive Director of Puente.
How did rain affect California farmers? - Napa Valley Register
In this Pages from a Farmer article, KTA Farm Business Advisor and farm owner Carine Hines speaks to how climate change will continue to alter agriculture in California for years to come, discussing the recent storms, the ongoing drought, and changing seasons.
En vivo: Univision 14 Área de la Bahía - Univision
Starting from minute 16, this Univision interview of KTA clients María Morales of JM Farmers Organic, María Catalán of Catalán Family Farm, and KTA Farm Business Advisor Tania Zuñiga highlights the harsh impacts of the storms on farmers and their businesses.
A partir del minuto 16, Univision entrevista a María Morales de JM Farmers Organic, María Catalán de Catalán Family Farm y asesora de negocios agrícolas Tania Zuñiga sobre la tormenta y los profundos impactos que tuvo en los agricultores y sus negocios.
