The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives (IYC2025), recognizing the crucial role cooperatives play in economic growth and sustainability. With the theme “Cooperatives Build a Better World,” Central Valley Ag (CVA) is proud to support this initiative, emphasizing its commitment to feeding the world and strengthening the cooperative model.

As a farmer-owned cooperative, CVA has always believed in the power of collaboration to provide food, fuel, and fiber for a growing population. Through its “Room at the Table” campaign, CVA invites members, employees, and community members to join in the cooperative spirit and take part in the movement.

Carl Dickinson, CVA’s president and CEO, said, “Feeding the planet unites us. Our strength as a cooperative comes from our member-owners, employees, and communities. The Year of Cooperatives is a chance to demonstrate how we can work together to support farmers, advance sustainable agriculture, and ensure a strong future for the next generation.”

Throughout 2025, CVA will celebrate IYC2025 by featuring member stories, engaging communities, and hosting events across its territory.

 “Cooperatives have always been about working together for the greater good,” said Luke Carlson, CVA Board chairman. “At CVA, we believe in the power of the cooperative model to create real, lasting value for our members. The International Year of Cooperatives is a perfect opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to supporting our member-owners.”