Ventura County Farm to School will host the 2026 Agricultural Education Summit at CSU Channel Islands, bringing together educators, farmers, students, and community leaders for a day of learning, collaboration, and innovation focused on the region’s agriculture industry.
The summit will take place Friday, March 27, 2026, at CSU Channel Islands’ Grand Salon, featuring hands-on workshops, expert-led discussions, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen agricultural education across Ventura County.
This year’s summit will highlight strategies for integrating school gardens into classroom learning, expanding student awareness of agriculture-related careers, and connecting students with the local farming community through field trips, guest speakers, and internships. The event will also showcase current educational and career pathways available through Ventura College and CSU Channel Islands.
Participants will explore ways to increase student access to fresh, locally grown foods while building sustainable partnerships between schools and industry to support long-term student success.
Attendees will:
- Participate in interactive workshops on topics such as school gardens, STEM learning, and farm-based field trips
- Learn from experienced educators, farmers, and program leaders
- Build partnerships to expand and strengthen agriculture education programs
The summit is open to educators, school administrators, nonprofit leaders, farmers, and community members interested in advancing student learning and health through agriculture.
Seven workshops and more than 20 speakers are planned throughout the day.
Registration is now open. To learn more or sign up, visit:
https://venturacountyfarmtoschool.regfox.com/agedsummit2026
The University encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs, events and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodation or services, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the respective area noted below as soon as possible:
- CSUCI students: accommodations@csuci.edu
- CSUCI employees or members of the public: employee.accommodations@csuci.edu
About Cal State Channel Islands
Cal State Channel Islands (CSUCI) is Ventura County’s only public university. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is part of the California State University — the nation’s largest and most diverse four-year public university system. Located near Camarillo, the campus serves more than 4,800 students across more than 90 academic programs. A proud Hispanic-Serving Institution, CSUCI is recognized by the Carnegie Foundation and the American Council on Education for its commitment to excellence and opportunity. Learn more at www.csuci.edu.
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