California Giant Berry Farms

With an eye toward driving sales strategy, as well as diving into business development and market expansion efforts, California Giant Berry Farms is proud to welcome Tim Youmans to our team as Vice President of Sales.

REMINDER: The annual Skirt Steak BBQ is Tuesday, August 13th! Place your order and help us reach our goal by emailing foundation@calgiant.com, or by calling (831) 728-1773. Proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations: Jacob's Heart Children's Cancer Support Services Teen Kitchen Project Pajaro Valley Shelter Services CASA of Santa Cruz County Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes, Inc. CASA of Monterey County Monarch Services - Servicios Monarca Partnership for Children Seneca Central Coast

“We designed the Chef Invitational Academy to be more than just a culinary skills workshop,” said Thomas Smith, Director of Sales at California Giant Berry Farms. “We recognize the importance of chefs not only creating exceptional dishes but also effectively sharing their passion with the world. Equipping them with the tools for personal branding and food photography empowers them to become true champions of their work, and blueberries, inspiring their audiences to explore the endless possibilities our fruit offers.” Learn more about our inaugural California Giant Chef Invitational Academy by clicking below!

The International Fresh Produce Association's Foodservice Conference is just days away—be sure to stop by and say hello to the California Giant Berry Farms in Monterey, California! Visit us at booth #617 to learn more about our year-round supply of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries that represent the highest standards for quality and consistency.

The Quakes are happy to announce our partnership with California Giant Berry Farms for wins on and off the field. Stay tuned to see how we'll help our communities thrive and promote healthy living together!

Stop by and say hello to the California Giant Berry Farms team at the Organic Produce Summit in Monterey, California! Visit us at booth #503 to learn more about our year-round supply of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries that represent the highest standards for quality and consistency.

At California Giant Berry Farms, we're committed to growing not only the freshest berries, but also a positive impact on the world around us. We're proud to share our inaugural 2023 Impact Report, detailing the strides we’ve made in integrating sustainable practices into every aspect of our business, while outlining our path for continued progress in the years to come. Read the report at https://lnkd.in/gNDvzSRR!

“We’re excited to share our abundance of conventional and organic blueberries from the Pacific Northwest,” said Markus Duran, Director of Bushberry at California Giant Berry Farms. “We had strong pollination from the start, and barring any major weather events, we look forward to a steady supply of nutritious berries to meet the ever-growing demand from our consumers.” 

We are proud to announce the launch of the California Giant Chef Invitational Academy, a unique program designed to empower and inspire its past California Giant Chef Invitational winners, while elevating berries as a menu item. This immersive, four-day event, held in the greater Portland, Oregon area in mid-July, goes beyond the classroom. The Academy will provide the esteemed chefs – Luis M. Reyes,CEC (Sysco), Travis Peters (The Parish/Markon Cooperative, Inc. ), Sam Blackburn CEC, CCA, CDM, CFPP, WCEC (Sodexo), Derek Seigfried (Gordon Food Service), and Steven Halliday, CEC (Gordon Food Service) – with a firsthand look at the journey of California Giant berries from field to table through exclusive tours of the company's blueberry operations. Learn more about the event by reading the press release at https://lnkd.in/gp2vnh7A

“This summer, we’re excited to partner with the California Avocado Commission and California Walnut Board & Commission to create fun and interactive campaigns that goes beyond traditional advertising,” says shared Kyla Oberman, Director of Marketing at California Giant Berry Farms. “By engaging consumers on social media and offering exciting giveaways, we’re aiming to generate craveability and inspire purchase intent by encouraging consumers to explore the delicious possibilities of our products. We believe this collaborative effort will not only boost consumption of all three ingredients but also create a summer snacking movement that celebrates healthy eating and fresh flavors.”