Upcoming Events
Growing Cover: Great Basin Seed
Join OBC for a conversation with Great Basin Seed, a family-owned Intermountain West supplier specializing in native and adapted seed for farm, ranch, reclamation, and revegetation since 1974. Mike Costello will be joined by Daysha Nelson, Sales Representative, to dig into the species and mixes suited to dryland and Western conditions, as well as the unique capability that Great Basin Seed brings to our market.
This conversation will be especially useful if you're using the Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative USDA Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) grant. With nearly $3.5M in funding for perennial seeding in West Coast orchards and vineyards, our AMP grant is a great resource.
Growing Cover: Columbia River Seed
Join OBC for a conversation with Columbia River Seed, the grower and processor behind Oakville bluegrass seed. Based in the heart of the Columbia River Basin and specializing in Kentucky bluegrass and other cool-season grasses, Columbia River Seed brings deep expertise in how this seed is grown, cleaned, and brought to your fields. Mike Costello will be joined by Cody Gyllenberg, Operations Manager, to dig into what goes into producing Oakville bluegrass seed, as well as the unique capability that Columbia River Seed brings to our market.
This conversation will be especially useful if you're using the Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative USDA Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) grant. With nearly $3.5M in funding for perennial seeding in West Coast orchards and vineyards, our AMP grant is a great resource.
Growing Cover: Green Cover
Join OBC for a conversation with Green Cover, a leading national cover crop seed supplier known for custom seed mixes and a deep commitment to soil health education. Mike Costello will be joined by Keith Berns, Co-owner and Visionary of Green Cover, to dig into the species and mixes that work best in different situations, as well as the unique capability that Green Cover brings to our market.
This conversation will be especially useful if you're using the Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative USDA Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) grant. With nearly $3.5M in funding for perennial seeding in West Coast orchards and vineyards, our AMP grant is a great resource.
Growing Cover: Pacific Coast Seed
Join OBC for a conversation with Pacific Coast Seed, one of the West's largest native and conservation seed suppliers. Mike Costello will be joined by Joey Gonsalves, Ag Business Development Manager, and Julia Michaels, Ecologist, to dig into the superpowers of different species and plant types, as well as the unique capability that Pacific Coast Seed brings to our market.
This conversation will be especially useful if you're using the Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative USDA Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) grant. With nearly $3.5M in funding for perennial seeding in West Coast orchards and vineyards, our AMP grant is a great resource.
Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative Annual Members Meeting
The Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative team will share our plans and programs for 2026, and we're looking forward to supporting your goals this year and beyond.
Members only. Join before April 29 to be included!
5th Annual Regenerative Tree Nut Field Day
5th Annual Regenerative Tree Nut Field Day at Burroughs Family Farms!
Almond Board Conference 2025
Join us at the Almond Board Conference 2025 in Sacramento, CA! Registration is free.
2025 Advancing Markets for Producers Incentives
Learn about the funds available to you through the 2025 Advancing Markets for Producers program!
In this informational session you’ll learn:
The benefits of perennial cover
The unique solution of Oakville bluegrass
The new generous incentive available for 2025
Learn how you can earn carbon credit revenue through the California Soil Restoration Project
Register now to save your seat!
Webinar: How to Earn Additional Income with the California Soil Restoration Project
Join us to discover how growers who commit to implementing certain sustainable practices can earn additional income.
Learn about:
The case for carbon credits
The benefit of sustainable practices
The unique solution the California Soil Restoration Project will provide
Your role in bringing the CSRP to life
4th Annual Regenerative Tree Nut Field Day
The Regenerative Tree Nut Field Day convenes together farmers, industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, healthcare managers, funders, activists, educators, students, and others working toward a healthy and truly regenerative food system.
Almond Conference
The Almond Conference is a three-day event for industry members to learn, network, and share ideas about the almond industry. The conference is hosted by the Almond Board of California and takes place in Sacramento, California.
The Benefits of Perennial Cover Crops for Water Conservation in Almond Orchards
Perpetual drought in California and changing water use regulations present a challenge to your almond orchard’s operation.
Perennial cover crops offer a solution to water conservation by improving water infiltration and holding capacity in the soil.
Join the Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative on December 5th to learn about the benefits of perennial cover crops for water conservation. Kelsey Fenn, UC Davis PhD Student will share how perennial cover crops can benefit soil water.
Perennial Cover Crops and Water Conservation
Persistent drought in California and changing water use regulations present a challenge to vineyard managers throughout the state of California. The need to use reduced water and try new methods to conserve water can feel overwhelming.
Perennial cover crops offer a solution to these challenges by improving water infiltration and holding capacity in the soil.
Join the Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative on November 21 to learn about the benefits of perennial cover crops for water conservation. Kelsey Fenn, UC Davis PhD Student will share how perennial cover crops can benefit soil water. Learn more about how Oakville bluegrass, a novel perennial cover crop with reverse season dormancy, can help your vineyard conserve water.
We will also be joined by a representative from the Sonoma Groundwater Sustainability Agency to share about efforts in the region to adapt to SGMA regulations and the twenty year groundwater sustainability plan. A short presentation will be followed by a Q&A.
Tree and Vine Expo
The ultimate postharvest gathering place for a thousand grape, nut and tree fruit growers and PCAs since 1997, this annual event will be featuring PCA, CCA & INMP Credits, Free Breakfast & Tri-Tip Lunch, Industry Trade Show, State of the Almond, Pistachio, Walnut & Wine Grape Industry presentations and seminars.
Board member Nav Athwal will be on a panel about cover crops.
Economics of Organic Viticulture
Join Napa Green for an event on the economics of organic viticulture Grgich Hills Estate.
Stacking Soil Health Practices In Orchard and Rice Systems
Join the Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilent Systems along with The North Valley Food Hub at Massa Organics for an on-farm field day.
Fresno State Grape Day
This half-day event features updates and practical presentations on current grape and wine topics. It also provides an opportunity to meet Fresno State Viticulture and Enology’s newest faculty and staff. We are excited to have speakers from California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, Fresno State Viticulture and Enology, Monarch, Omnia Nutiology, and VECKTA. The program is from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Cost will be $35.00, with lunch provided.
Organic Winegrowing Conference
Join the Napa Valley Grape Growers Association for their Organic winegrowing conference!
Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative's Climate-smart Commodities Program Informational Session
Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative's Climate-smart Commodities Program Virtual Informational Session
Learn how to use permanent cover crops in your operation
What if there was a way to boost your soil health, prevent erosion, reduce soil compaction, and increase water holding capacity while only planting once?
Oakville bluegrass is a permanent, drought tolerant cover crop that can reduce labor, wear and tear on equipment, fuel usage, and herbicides while preserving your soil for years to come. It falls dormant in summer so it doesn’t compete with your cash crop for water and nutrients. With proper management, it will last ten years or longer.
A recipient of a USDA Grant for Climate-smart Commodities, Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative invites you to an informational session to learn how you can maximize your savings while planting this exciting new cover crop.
Join Mike Morgenfeld, Managing Director of Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative and Amy Riley, Communications Manager to learn more about Oakville bluegrass and how you can save money on installation.
A short presentation will be followed by a question and answer session.
Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative Field Day
Join the Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative for an informative field day event for specialty crop growers! Hear from fellow growers about how permanent no-till cover crop Oakville Bluegrass can:
Improve efficiency
Boost soil health
Increase water infiltration
Reduce operating costs
See soil and root demonstrations, get a chance to see seeder equipment, learn about best practices for cover establishment, and discover how your orchard or vineyard can see a return on investment. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn about the benefits of joining Oakville Bluegrass Cooperative.
Lunch will be provided! We look forward to seeing you for a productive and educational time!
Location: 5956 Central Ave, Ceres CA