Why an RBA?

Prior to 1967, California's raisin farmers faced the burden of negotiating their own price for raisins. Growers were paid through "open price" contracts. They didn't know how much or when they would be paid for their raisins. These "open price" contracts led to great disparity and financial hardship for many raisin farmers. A courageous group of farmers took a bold step and the RBA was formed!

Our Mission

To Represent members of the Association in annual price negotiations with signatory packers. Further, to support policies and programs which protect our members' cash flow and real property equity.

RBA Goals and Objectives

• To reach a responsible field price for the raisins produced by members of the Association.
• To support activities which increase the demand for California raisins domestically and abroad.
• To improve and update the Federal and State marketing order programs.
• To represent members of the Association on policy matters dealing with labor, water, chemical usage, taxes and politics.
• To maintain communications with our members using and effective staff, newsletters and district and annual meetings.
• To remain the largest organization in the California Raisin Industry.

Why be an RBA MEMBER?

Membership in the RBA gives you a larger voice in the California Raisin Industry.

• The Association's strength comes from its members. A strong RBA insures a stable industry.
• The RBA is the only organization that provides grower-members the protection of a Master Contract with the Packers. Independent growers have no contract protection nor organized representation.
• Independent growers are frequently represented by processors on Federal and State boards.
• The RBA remains aware of its packers' financial condition to make certain members of the association will be paid.
• Members have an informative source to contact on industry issues.
• Members are provided valuable industry information through newsletters, district and annual meetings.