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Center for Land-Based Learning in the News

Stories, interviews and coverage featuring the people and programs of the Center for Land-Based Learning.

AgAlert • July 22, 2026

Workforce training program seeks input from employers
AgAlert covers CLBL’s AgHiRE program and its work to strengthen advancement opportunities for Spanish-speaking agricultural employees.

UC Davis Health • May 4, 2026

From farm to Aggie Square: Mobile market brings produce to campus
A look at CLBL’s Mobile Farmers Market partnership at Aggie Square and its role in connecting communities with affordable, locally grown food.

The Dirt • March 22, 2026

Center for Land-Based Learning: Deepening Ties Between Local Ag, Local Markets, and Local Need
A feature on CLBL’s Community Food Program, Mobile Farmers Market, beginning farmers and efforts to strengthen Yolo County’s local food system.

CalCAN • August 7, 2025

Center for Land-Based Learning Launches Farm Leadership Training in Spanish
An interview with Marisa Alcorta about AgHiRE, career advancement for Spanish-speaking agricultural employees and employer investment in workforce development.

Valley Vision • April 5, 2024

AgHiRE: Professional Development for the Spanish-Speaking Farm Workforce
A look at the early development of AgHiRE and how CLBL worked with agricultural employers to shape the program around real workforce needs.

CapRadio / Solving Sacramento • August 30, 2024

The Center for Land-Based Learning grows opportunities for beginning farmers with training program
A feature on CLBL’s work supporting beginning farmers and creating pathways into agriculture.

California Bountiful • Spring 2024

It’s a Bountiful Life: Cultivating New Farmers
A feature interview with Mary Kimball about CLBL’s growth, youth programs, farmer training and work cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders.

Western Farm Press / Farm Progress • January 31, 2024

Apprenticeships Gain Traction Through Calif. Nonprofit
A look at CLBL’s apprenticeship and workforce programs and how hands-on training is creating pathways into agricultural careers.

Sacramento Bee • July 13, 2021

Mobile Farmers’ Market Offers Fresh Produce for Sacramento Area’s Low-Income Residents
The Sacramento Bee covers the launch of CLBL’s Mobile Farmers Market and its work connecting West Sacramento residents with affordable, locally grown produce.

KFBK News Radio • March 19, 2021

Introductory Farming Course to Be Offered by Center for Land-Based Learning
KFBK highlights the California Farm Academy Explorer Course and CLBL’s plans to launch the West Sacramento Mobile Farmers Market.

CapRadio • November 2, 2018

Veterans Who Want To Be Farmers In Northern California Get Support From VA
CapRadio looks at CLBL’s farm apprenticeship program and how VA approval opened new opportunities for veterans pursuing careers in agriculture.

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