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Common Threads recognizes women in agriculture whose exemplary and extraordinary contribution of time, energy and resources has enhanced those around them.
In 1997, the California Agricultural Leadership Foundation joined with the College of Agricultural Science and Technology and the Ag One Foundation, both at California State University, Fresno, to honor women in agriculture who have chosen to make a major philanthropic difference in their communities and our world. The Common Threads Award recognizes individuals whose exemplary and extraordinary contribution of time, energy and resources has enhanced those around them. In 2003, a second Common Threads awards program was initiated in conjunction with the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of California, Davis, to expand and develop the mission of the original endeavor. While each program maintains specific and unique geographic criteria, the overall award qualifications are the same. Nominees should have past or present roots in agriculture and have shown outstanding involvement within the industry, as well as have made a difference through their charitable giving and volunteerism. The current Common Threads North steering committee is composed of representatives from the University of California, Davis, California State University, Chico, the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom, the California Agricultural Leadership Foundation, the Resource Conservation District, California County Farm Bureaus, Butte Agriculture Foundation, Inc. and California Women for Agriculture. All of us welcome you, and thank you for joining our effort to recognize those women in agriculture whose selflessness and service have bettered our world.
04/20/2026
"This year, the event carried added significance as part of the International Year of the Woman Farmer. While this global recognition elevates the role of women in agriculture worldwide, Common Threads North reflected how that impact is realized at the local level through leadership, innovation, and community investment. "
Common Threads: Reflections on Women, Agriculture, and the Power of Showing Up - CDFA's Planting Seeds Blog By Sureena Johl, CDFA Earlier this month, Secretary Karen Ross attended the 2026 Common Threads North event in Chico, an evening dedicated to recognizing women whose contributions have strengthened agriculture and the communities it sustains. Common Threads North brought together a diverse grou...
04/20/2026
Common Threads North Event Honors Six Outstanding Women in Agriculture CHICO, Calif. -- The 2026 Common Threads North Awards Ceremony and Dinner was held on Wednesday, April 1, drawing a sold-out crowd to celebrate six...
04/07/2026
What a fabulous evening, celebrating the 2026 Common Threads North honorees, Manpreet Bains, Karen Mills, Jackie Park-Burris, Toni Scott, Anjanette Shadley and Rose Tryon.
04/02/2026
Congratulations to this amazing group of agricultural leaders. Anjanette Shadley, Manpreet Bains, Jackie Park-Burris, Karen Mills and Rose Tryon VanCott.
The 2026 Common Threads North Honorees were celebrated in a sold out dinner and awards celebration in Chico.
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04/01/2026
THANK YOU to our 2026 Common Threads North event Sponsors. We are grateful for your support of our amazing honorees and our annual program.
04/01/2026
Tonight is the night! 2026 Common Threads North Dinner &Awards. Honoring six fabulous women this evening in Chico.
02/19/2026
Join us for one of the most meaningful evenings in North State agriculture 💐
We are proud to honor six incredible women whose leadership and service strengthen our agricultural community across the North State.
Manpreet Bains, Sutter County
Jackie Park Burris, Shasta County
Karen Mills, Sacramento County
Toni Scott, Butte County
Anjanette Shadley, Butte County
Rose Tryon, Del Norte County
The 2026 Common Threads North Awards Ceremony & Dinner will take place on Wednesday, April 1 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Chico.
🕔 Reception 5pm | Dinner 6pm | Awards 7pm
🎟 $85 per person
📅 RSVP by March 20
🌟 Sponsorships available
Purchase tickets at www.CommonThreadsNorth.com
We hope you will join us in celebrating these outstanding women!
01/05/2026
Congratulations to the 2026 Common Threads North Honorees:
Manpreet Bains, Sutter County
Jackie Park Burris, Shasta County
Karen Mills, Sacramento County
Rose Tryon VanCott, Del Norte County
Toni Scott, Butte County
Anjanette Shadley, Butte County
Six Northern California women will be honored for their extraordinary contributions to agriculture and their communities during the 2026 Common Threads North Award dinner to be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Chico on Wednesday, April 1st in Chico, CA.
Tickets and sponsorships to the 2026 Common Threads North Award dinner can be purchased online.
10/31/2025
Do you know an outstanding in agriculture? Nominate her for the 2026 Common Threads North Award. Application available at www.commonthreadsnorth.com. Deadline for nomination for is November 15, 2025.
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