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F3i Launches Supercomputing Center at Fresno State: Learn more & access the portal
NEWS & UPDATES
Welcome to the F3 Initiative News page, your source for the latest updates and stories about our work transforming agriculture in California's Central Valley. Explore articles across our three gears—F3 Innovate, F3 Local, and AgTEC Workforce—to learn how we’re driving innovation, empowering local farmers, and upskilling workers for a sustainable future. Whether you’re interested in groundbreaking ag-tech research, community-based food systems, or workforce development, there’s something here for everyone.
F3i Launches Supercomputing Center to Bring Advanced Computing to California Agriculture, Food, and Life Sciences
Last week, the F3i Supercomputing Center launched at Fresno State, bringing together leaders from agriculture, government, higher education, technology, research, and philanthropy to mark a significant investment in the future of California’s food and agriculture economy. Learn more and access the Supercomputing portal.
34 minutes ago
Join 'Central to the Valley' as a Brand Ambassador
We're Hiring! Do you love meeting new people, supporting local agriculture, and representing a mission you believe in? Central to the Valley is looking for a Brand Ambassador (affectionately known as a Boothinator) to help us connect communities with the farmers and food businesses that make the San Joaquin Valley extraordinary.
1 hour ago
Bolstering Rural Food Economies and Connecting Community through Agritourism
For small producers in a precarious world, innovation and adaptation are important to a healthy and resilient farm business. Agritourism enterprises offer small farmers an opportunity to expand their business model, increase their visibility, and connect to the local community.
2 hours ago
Fox 26: New AI supercomputer launches at Fresno State to help farmers make faster decisions
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — A new supercomputing hub is set to launch in the Central Valley, aiming to bring advanced computing power and artificial intelligence tools to the region’s food and agriculture industry.
4 days ago
In the News: Kingsburg reaps great times at Stone Fruit Jubilee
Mid Valley Times: On June 27, attendees filled Kingsburg Historical Park for the 18th Annual Organic Stone Fruit Jubilee and Small Farm Expo. From 4-7:30 p.m., the park hosted farmers, vendors and musical acts while guests filled their bags to the brim with organic fruit.
Jun 30
F3i Announces Innovation Grant Recipients
F3i has selected its second cohort of Innovation Grant recipients. Grants were awarded from $20,000 to $50,000 (totaling $250,000 across 7 companies), to fund what moves each technology forward — field validation, customer testing, and real deployment with growers. These seven companies are working on the problems that define agriculture in the Central Valley including water, soil health, methane, labor, and crop disease.
Jun 27
What is 'Central to the Valley'?
Central to the Valley has developed a Buying Guide—a public, searchable resource that helps residents find farms, farmers markets, retailers, and restaurants that source locally grown food across the region. The Buying Guide is designed to make it easier to identify where food comes from and to support businesses that are part of the Central Valley’s agricultural economy.
Jun 23
Request for Proposals: Biotechnology Workforce Development and Industry Engagement Initiative
The F3 Partner Integration Project seeks proposals from qualified applicants to advance a fermentation-focused biotechnology workforce and partner integration initiative in the Central Valley that supports both workforce development and industry engagement. Proposals are due by July 12, 2026.
Jun 16
Join the Launch of the Central Valley Supercomputing Center
On July 9, Join leaders from across the region to celebrate the launch of the Central Valley's first-ever supercomputing center. Join us for the launch of the F3i Supercomputing Center, a new resource that gives Central Valley growers, startups, researchers, educators, and students access to advanced computing and AI tools.
Jun 16
F3i Launches Free "AI For Good" Summer Sprint for Central Valley High School Students
F3 Innovate, in partnership with Microsoft, is now accepting student applications for the AI Launchpad Summer Intensive, running July 6–17. This free, hands-on program designed to introduce Central Valley students to the world of artificial intelligence and data science.
Jun 15
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