Helping Small Farms Thrive in the Central Valley

Small Farms, Big Obstacles

Farming in California’s Central Valley isn’t easy—especially for smaller operations. From rising equipment costs to shifting regulations and competitive markets, small-scale farmers face mounting pressures. Many lack access to the resources that larger farms rely on to stay efficient and profitable.

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F3 Local partners with small-scale and historically underserved farmers to level the playing field. Whether you’re growing on five acres or fifty, we provide:

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• Access to shared tools and equipment

• Connections to university researchers, engineers,  and agtech innovators

• Training on sustainable farming practices

• Field demonstrations of small farm equipment and technologies

• Business support for compliance, marketing, and growth

• Opportunities to connect with new local buyers and institutions

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We meet you where you are and help you build toward where you want to go.