Customer Stories

Friday, April 03, 2026

Built for the future: legacy, innovation and vision

by Stacy Baker, Senior Marketing Advisor

At AgWest, we recognize the producers whose hard work inspires every action we take. Learn how one integrated family citrus operation leveraged strategic succession planning, advanced technology and AgWest support to expand their operation for future generations.

Wednesday, October 01, 2025

Bridging generations: learning and growing together

by By Stacy Baker, Senior Marketing Advisor

For many farmers and ranchers, the future of their operations is evolving as the next generation explores opportunities beyond the family business. The story of the Verlanic family in Montana stands out as a unique and inspiring exception.

Friday, June 27, 2025

The cooperative journey of agriculture and conservation

by Sarah Kearbey, Freelance Writer

South of Yuba City, California, Montna Farms is one of the nation’s largest rice operations, led by chairman and CEO Nicole Van Vleck, who says cooperation and conservation is vital to their success.