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Fields of Dreams

This piece by Edible Sacramento focuses on the Sacramento Valley rice farming community, and features a spotlight of Montna Farms and its CEO, Nicole Van Vleck.

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February 7, 2019

Agriculture

2018 Rice Harvest Season

Jon Munger of Montna Farms delivers an update on the 2018 rice harvest season in a video produced by the California Farm Bureau Federation.

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September 18, 2018

Agriculture

Central Valley Producer Profile

Ducks and rice have been inextricably linked since long before the first settlers laid eyes on the Sacramento Valley.

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December 22, 2017

Agriculture

Chef Nobu Shares the 5 Things You Need To Make Sushi At Home

This Food & Wine article features Chef Nobu sharing his essential tips and tools for making sushi at home, including the importance of quality ingredients.

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November 23, 2017

Agriculture

White Gold

This Sac Town Magazine feature explores how Montna Farms has become a leader in premium Japanese-style rice, earning recognition from renowned chefs and helping define California-grown sushi rice.

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August 25, 2017

Agriculture

Conserving Habitat for Fins and Feathers

This Ducks Unlimited Magazine article highlights how rice fields can support both wildlife and fish populations through conservation efforts that benefit species like salmon and waterfowl.

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July 30, 2017

Agriculture

Montna Farms CEO to be Honored

This Appeal Democrat article recognizes Nicole Montna Van Vleck for her leadership, highlighting her contributions to agriculture, conservation, and the local community.

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April 16, 2017

Agriculture

California Women in Agriculture Honored

This Morning AgClips article recognizes Nicole Montna Van Vleck as one of California's women in agriculture honored for her leadership and contributions to the industry.

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April 12, 2017

Agriculture

More Bang for Your Duck

This Comstock’s Magazine article explores how Sacramento Valley rice farmers, including Montna Farms, are pairing agricultural production with environmental stewardship to support both their businesses and local wildlife.

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April 4, 2017

Agriculture

About Montna Farms

Montna Farms is a family-owned, vertically integrated rice operation in California’s Sacramento Valley. For decades, we’ve grown premium short-grain rice while leading the way in conservation practices that support over 200 species of wildlife. By combining tradition, innovation, and land stewardship, we’re proving that farming can nourish people and sustain ecosystems for the future.