AgSafe

08/25/2026

ACTIVATE27 is changing—and we think you’re going to like it! 👀

We’ve made some changes with one goal in mind: creating a conference that delivers more value, more connection, and a better experience for you.

From reduced registration costs and a streamlined 1.5-day format to a new celebration experience and a convenient downtown Monterey location, there’s a lot to look forward to.

Swipe through to see this year's conference updates!

📍 Monterey, CA
🎤 ACTIVATE27
🔗 Learn more & register at agsafe.org

08/19/2026

We’re excited to welcome Zach Mercurio, author of *The Power of Mattering, to ACTIVATE27! 🎤

Zach is an award-winning researcher and leadership expert who helps organizations create cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued, and needed.

At ACTIVATE27, Zach will share practical strategies leaders can use to strengthen workplace connection, improve employee retention, and build high-performing teams.

Don’t miss Zach at ACTIVATE27!

08/10/2026

Ready to take your safety leadership skills to the next level?

Join us in Santa Maria for AgSafe’s Agricultural Safety Certificate Program in Spanish and walk away with practical tools you can put to work immediately.

🗓 Sept. 30 - Oct. 1, 2026
📍 Santa Maria, CA

Learn about: Heat Illness Prevention
- OSHA Compliance
- Pesticide Safety
- Lockout/Tagout
- Safety Audits & Training

Over 2,000 agriculture professionals have completed this trusted certification program.

Seats fill fast, so don't wait! 🚨

📞 (209) 526-4400
📧 [email protected]

08/05/2026

🚜 Stay compliant. Lead with confidence.

This FREE H-2A Compliance Course, from AgSafe is designed specifically for agricultural employers, supervisors, and HR professionals.

Learn at your own pace with:
✅ Practical compliance tools
✅ Downloadable resources
✅ Real-world agricultural examples

Course topics include:
• Recruitment & Hiring
• Joint Liability
• Workplace Safety
• Termination & Separation
• Employee Motivation & Performance

📅 Available now through September 25 — don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your H-2A knowledge and support your workforce.

Start learning today!

07/28/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

The countdown to ACTIVATE27 is on!

Join us January 20–21, 2027, at the Monterey Conference Center & Monterey Marriott for 1.5 days of practical education, meaningful networking, and the latest health, safety, and human resources insights for California agriculture.

Designed for growers, farm labor contractors, HR professionals, safety managers, educators, and industry partners, ACTIVATE27 delivers the knowledge and connections you need to support a safer, stronger workforce.

✨ What's New for ACTIVATE27?
✔️ New 1.5-day conference format designed to maximize learning while minimizing time away from work
✔️ Lower registration rates to make attending more accessible than ever
✔️ Expert-led educational sessions and regulatory updates
✔️ Inspiring keynote presentations
✔️ Interactive exhibitor experience
✔️ NEW: Networking Social Hour featuring California wine, local craft beer, and light charcuterie
✔️ AgSafe Celebration Breakfast honoring leaders and organizations advancing health, safety, and human resources in California agriculture

📍 Monterey, California
🗓️January 20–21, 2027

Registration opens September 2026!

Mark your calendar and join us for California Agriculture's leading health, safety, and human resources conference. We can't wait to see you in Monterey!

Email from AgSafe Mark your calendar for ACTIVATE27 and be the first to explore speakers, sessions, networking, and more     Mark Your Calendar for Agriculture's Trusted Health, Safety & Human Resourc

07/23/2026

Help create a safer workplace with AgSafe's Required Trainings: Train the Trainer webinar! 🦺

Learn how to confidently deliver in-house training on:
🌙 Night Safety
🌬️ Valley Fever
🌡️ Indoor Heat
🔥 Wildfire Smoke

You'll leave with practical knowledge, trainer resources, and ready-to-use materials to support compliance and strengthen your organization's safety culture.

August 12, 2026
9:00–11:00 a.m. (Live Webinar)
Members: $300 | Non-Members: $400

Register today—link in bio!

07/23/2026

Protecting your workforce starts with the right training.

Join AgSafe in the Chico area for two essential safety trainings designed to help California agricultural employers build safer workplaces, strengthen emergency preparedness, and meet important regulatory requirements.

🌾 Pesticide Handler Safety Training
📅 Wednesday, July 29, 2026
English: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Spanish: 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

❤️ Adult First Aid, CPR & AED Certification (Spanish)
📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
8:30 AM–2:30 PM

📍 Location
Butte County Farm Bureau
3688 Durham Dayton Highway
Durham, CA 95938

Registration
Member: $75 per training
Non-Member: $100 per training

Whether you're meeting annual training requirements or investing in your team's safety, AgSafe is here to help you create a safer, healthier workplace.

📞 Questions? Call 209-526-4400
📧 Email [email protected]

Register today—spaces are limited! https://web.agsafe.org/atlas/calendar

07/15/2026

Heat Advisory in California!

With temperatures reaching 90–100°F, heat illness prevention is essential.

✅ Provide cool drinking water
✅ Ensure access to shade
✅ Allow preventative rest breaks
✅ Train employees & supervisors
✅ Maintain a Heat Illness Prevention Plan

🌾 For agricultural worksites at 95°F+, High-Heat Procedures are required.

AgSafe offers bilingual training and compliance resources to help keep your crews safe all season.

07/13/2026

Be prepared to respond in workplace emergencies with this hands-on, Spanish-language certification course.

Adult First Aid, CPR & AED Certification

🗓 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Butte County Farm Bureau, Chico, CA

Adult First Aid, CPR & AED Certification (valid for 2 years)

Members: $75 | Non-Members: $100

🔗 Register now!

Email from AgSafe Build lifesaving skills and earn your certification. Join us July 30 in Chico—space is limited. Thursday, July 30, 2026 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM Butte County Farm Bureau 3688 Durham Dayton