Forbes; First LeadOn Graduate in Texas

Brownfield’s Janna Forbes, has become the first LeadOn graduate from the State of Texas to participate and graduate from the program. The American Pistachio Growers (APG) Leadership Program, known as LeadOn, is a year-long program designed to provide a unique experience, consisting of industry education seminars and leadership training led by APG and industry leaders. The goal of the program is for participants to graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide capable pistachio industry leaders in the future. The program provides a well-rounded education in the American pistachio industry, enhanced understanding of issues facing the industry today and in the future. In addition, LeadOn also provides participants with a wide range of professional contacts within the industry. And, many LeadOn graduates have been elected to APG’s Board of Directors. Highlights of the program include: State and Federal legislative presentation by APG’s lobbying firms, Water Issues—understanding the political and legislative issues surrounding water, Legislative visit to California’s State Capitol—meeting with legislators and regulatory officials, Leadership presentation—what style do you posses and how to effectively implement it, Hands-on pistachio orchard tour with Bob Beede, University of California Cooperative Extension, Food Safety, and its importance in food production and APG Nutrition and Marketing programs—why are they necessary and what do they do. Janna and her husband Klint own Tex-Achio’s pistachio orchard here in Terry County.