We will be joined by four CPP students who will each receive an OC CRFG scholarship and introduce themselves with short presentations about their student experiences. This annual tradition of the OC chapter of CRFG is made possible by the fundraising efforts of our members. Come welcome and congratulate our Student Scholarship recipients and enjoy a talk by CPP faculty member Dr. Eshwar Ravishankar: Agrivoltaics and Indoor Farming: Expanding Horizons for Rare Fruits Enthusiasts Dr. Ravishankar has done innovative research in Controlled Environmental Agriculture, where he explores cutting-edge solutions to some of agriculture's most pressing challenges. His work sits at the intersection of technology and sustainability, with a focus on integrating tools like drones, advanced sensors, and indoor farming systems. This meeting can be attended in person and on Zoom: Thursday 9/18, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Red Hill Lutheran Church 13200 Red Hill Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 Click here for a Google Map. We meet in the CLC Fellowship Hall. Attendees are encouraged to bring fresh fruit from their garden and other snacks to share at the tasting table. Donations to the opportunity drawing are also appreciated.   Join the meeting on Zoom at 7:00 pm (PST) with the following link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82443215245?pwd=bjlaQndVM21DRkJEaVdlcGxUSWR6UT09 Passcode: 558514 For more information contact Kathy Connell - vicechair@ocfruit.com

The 2024 Cal Poly Pomona Scholarship Recipients (From left: Jessica, Liam, Adrieana & Jorge) Dr. Eshwar Ravishankar Department of Plant Science, Huntley College of Agriculture