This month, Tonya Antle, Co-founder and EVP of the Organic Produce Network (OPN), became the newest supporter of the CCOF Endowment.
“I am a proud sponsor of the CCOF endowment. By investing in students and the future of organic agriculture we can all cultivate the next generation of organic farmers while protecting farmland and our food system,” says Tonya.
With over 30 years of experience in the farming and produce industry, Tonya grew up on her family’s grape and citrus farm in Delano, California. She has become a leading spokesperson and trailblazer for organic produce, helping elevate it from niche to mainstream in mass-market retail. Tonya previously held the role of Vice President of Organic Sales at Earthbound Farm, where she helped grow the brand to over half a billion dollars in sales. She has also advised top U.S. venture capital firms on organic industry investments. We are grateful that Tonya sees the benefits of the CCOF Endowment and has chosen to partner with us on this venture.
The CCOF Endowment aims to fund the Foundation’s programs, helping organic farmers grow and transition to organic practices while navigating the challenges of modern farming, for generations to come.
The initiative strengthens CCOF’s mission to advocate for and support farmers, especially those in transition or facing financial challenges. With this fund, the Foundation will continue providing education, grants, and support to organic producers, ensuring their long-term success and preservation of honest, traditional farming methods that benefit local communities.
Contact Shawna Rodgers at srodgers@ccof.org to join as a partner in this work.
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