- Governor Newsom and First Partner visit Chico State to highlight sustainable agriculture.
- The event promotes the California Farm to School initiative.
- Students are being trained as future climate and agriculture stewards.
Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom visited Chico State’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture on Earth Day. They celebrated the university’s innovative work in sustainable farming.
The First Partner spotlighted the California Farm to School initiative. This program connects students to nutritious, locally-sourced meals while educating them on the environmental impact of food systems.
Empowering Tomorrow’s Environmental Stewards at Chico State
Governor Newsom’s Earth Day visit to Chico State shined a light on the university’s pioneering role in regenerative agriculture. Through real-time training at the University Farm, students are learning how to grow food sustainably. The training focuses on soil health, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
First Partner Siebel Newsom emphasized how the Farm to School program bridges agriculture and education. By sourcing food from local farms and introducing students to sustainable eating habits, the program is shaping food literacy from a young age.
The Earth Day event featured a locally sourced meal shared by the Newsoms, students, and experts in agriculture. It was a tangible example of how supporting local food systems directly benefits both health and the environment.
Chico State’s integration of research, education, and community involvement demonstrates how universities can lead the way in sustainable development. Their work supports not just local agriculture but global efforts toward a greener future.
This Earth Day celebration at Chico State was more than symbolic. It was a commitment to empowering young Californians to shape a sustainable and resilient agricultural future.
“This is what climate action looks like — real investments today that will lead to a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow.” — Governor Gavin Newsom
