FEBRUARY 2021 FARM VISIT - Rominger Farms, Arbuckle
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FEBRUARY 2021 FARM VISIT
Rominger Farms, Arbuckle
Yolo County Line Road, Arbuckle, CA. 95912
(see directions below)
THU, FEB 25 | 8am-12pm and SAT, FEB 27 | 8am-12pm
Dear Artists and Supporters,
The promise of spring will be in full bloom on
Rominger Farms in February. Nestled just north of
the Yolo/Colusa County Line this almond and alfalfa
farm will be bursting with blossoms as far as the
eye can see. Scott Rominger, father Gerry and uncle
Larry, have selected a spot on this busy working
farm for artists to capture the blossoming orchards
with distant views of the coastal range. Or, if you
want to get up close and personal, you can set up
among the trees for more intimate views of the
aromatic white blossoms.
“One of the benefits of this job is enjoying the
blossoms,” says 6th generation farmer Scott
Rominger. “We have many different varieties of
almond trees so there will be a bloom contrast for
the artists. Some trees will be in full bloom and
some will just be opening."
Their farm grows and processes almonds for Blue
Diamond. The Rominger family has been farming
in California since 1870. Scott’s family farms in the
Arbuckle area. Another branch of the family still
farms in the Winters area and recently lost one of
the last of the 4 th generation, Richard Rominger.
As part of the next generation of farmers, Scott has
utilized the knowledge he obtained from studying
agriculture while at UC Davis and MBA from Cal
Poly. His primary focus is tree nutrition and his
experience in farming, business and economics
helps him implement a practice of applying the
correct amounts of many different fertilizers to the
trees and soil as needed. “Before switching to this
strategy, similar amounts of fertilizers were applied
to all orchards” he says. “Now we treat each orchard
independently, giving the trees only what they
need, basing this on tissue and soil samples, as well
as expected yields.”
The result of micro-managing his land orchard-by-
orchard is more labor intensive but ultimately is a
far more cost-effective approach. “We try to get the
most out of each fertilizer dollar, while continuing
to improve soil health”, he notes. “Last year yields
were above average, it will be interesting to see
bloom strength and nut set this spring”
Scott is a busy full time farmer and father. “I see
many sunrises on the farm”. He is also a director for
the Yolo Farm Bureau and was active with Young
Farmers and Ranchers until he "aged out" at 35 last
year. Does he think his children – twin boys (6), and
daughter (4) -- will carry on the tradition? "They're
all about it, they love coming to the farm with their
mom and being with me, learning to help. If they
demonstrate a capability and interest I would be
proud to have them be the 7th generation of
Rominger farmers. People have to eat and food
doesn’t just show up at the grocery store.”
PLEASE NOTE: Be aware of pollinating bee boxes
when setting up in the almond orchards. Please
park in designated area only. No "Off Road
Parking". No farm structures will be on view for
this visit.
To RSVP for Thurs, Feb 25 or Sat, Feb 27
email Janice Purnell
jpurnell@yoloarts.org
To Our Art and Ag Artists,
To ensure everyone's safety, YoloArts Greeters are taking the following precautions:
We will be wearing face coverings
We will practice 6' social distancing
We will check each artist off the RSVP list and ensure that no equipment (clipboard, pen and paper)
is shared.
Just as importantly, we are asking artists to take the following precautions :
Upon check-in, remain in your car (provide visual confirmation of possession of face covering)
Wear face coverings while interacting (at a safe distance) with other artists and using restrooms.
Use restrooms when absolutely necessary. Wash hands.
Stay at home if you are feeling sick
If you have specific questions not addressed here or on our website please feel free to contact us. We will
keep you updated on any changes.
PORTAPOTTY AVAILABLE - THANK YOU! HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!
Call for Art
Virtual Exhibit Call for Art
Deadline: through Feb 14
Call for Art +
The Cache Creek Conservancy is organizing a virtual
art exhibit in honor of World Wetlands Day on
February 2. World Wetlands Day has been
internationally observed every year since 1997.
Visual and written work accepted thru Feb 14.
Yolo County Line Road on Google Maps
Directions to Rominger Farms
Yolo County Line Road, Arbuckle, CA. 95912
(Take I-5 NORTH towards Arbuckle. Take the Yolo County Line Exit. (It's about 25 miles north of Woodland).
Turn left (west) on Yolo County Line Rd. and follow approx 2 miles. Look for Art & Ag Sandwich Board and
blue address sign '6925' and power line which heads north along dirt road. Turn right onto dirt road and
follow to parking area (about 1/2 mile)
Greeter will be there to sign you in.
Thursday Greeter is Nancy Muller 530-304-1902
Saturday Greeter is Janice Purnell 530-908-4321
Portapotty will be available.
PLEASE NOTE: Be aware of pollinating bee boxes when setting up in the almond orchards. Park in
designated area only. No "Off Road Parking". No farm structures will be on view for this visit.
Save the Date
14th annual Art Farm Gala
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2021
Whether virtual or in-person, we hope you will
participate in Art Farm 2021. This event promises to
highlight your outstanding artwork, delicious local
fare, and homegrown love for the farmlands that
we treasure.
Image: Karen Fess-Uecker, Evening Harvest, Oil on canvas,
Art Farm 2020
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