NICKELS SOIL LAB

FUNDRAISER

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Join West Coast Nut Magazine and friends of agriculture to Support NICKELS SOIL LAB

At West Coast Nut, we are deeply committed to the future of California agriculture, that’s why we proudly support Nickels Soil Lab (NSL), operated by the Leslie J. Nickels Trust, year after year. A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who has been generously supporting NSL over the years and many thanks to an incredible response from our community, 2025 Fundraiser Auction and Dinner is almost sold out on December 4th at the Arbuckle Golf Club.

If you weren’t able to reserve a seat or if you’d simply like to deepen your support, you can still make a meaningful impact. Direct donations and auction item contributions play an essential role in sustaining the research and field work conducted at Nickels Soil Lab. All proceeds go 100% to support ongoing research at Nickels Soil Lab. Your contribution is tax-deductible as allowed by law 501(c)(3) – Leslie J. Nickels Testamentary Trust). Together, we can keep this important work growing strong. I look forward to seeing you at Arbuckle Golf Club on December 4 for an evening of laughter, purpose, and community.

NICKELS SOIL LAB Fundraiser Auction, Dinner and entertainment

December 4, 2025, Thursday 5PM

Arbuckle Golf Club: 5918 Hillgate Rd, Arbuckle, CA 95912

Dinner tickets are almost sold out: many thanks to an incredible response from our community, the Nickels Soil Lab 2025 Fundraiser dinner is almost sold out and we can only accept a couple table and only a few seat reservations. If you have already purchased individual tickets or a host table, we’ll be in touch to confirm guest names and any dietary needs. If you prefer to send check payment, please mail to: Nickels Soil Lab, PO Box 246, Colusa, CA 95932

You can still help:

1. Make a direct donation to Nickels Soil Lab: your gift goes straight to the work happening in the field, supporting research, trials, and grower education at Nickels Soil Lab. Every contribution, of any size, helps keep this grower-focused work moving forward.

2. Donate an item or experience for the live auction: showcase your brand by donating a product, service package, equipment demonstration, agronomy consult, or behind-the-scenes facility/field tour. Creative items welcome: nut or fruit gift packs, winery visits, field-day ride-alongs, irrigation audits, safety trainings, lodging or dining certificates. All donors receive event recognition; we’ll work with you on display, signage, and bid copy. Please share the fair market value, redemption window, blackout dates, and any safety/insurance requirements. Please email rita@jcsmarketinginc.com with details

3. Share in your newsletter or social channels: please copy/paste this text: “Nickels Soil Lab 2025 Fundraiser. Thanks to an incredible response, the 2025 dinner is almost sold out! You can still champion grower-focused research at Nickels Soil Lab by making a direct donation or contributing an item to the live auction. Learn more and support Nickels Soil Lab: https://myaglife.com/fundraiser/”

Make your generous tax deductible donation to the Leslie J. Nickels Testamentary Trust (LJNTT) in support of Nickels Soil Lab (NSL).

All proceeds go 100% to support ongoing research at Nickels Soil Lab.

Agenda

Introducing our evening's Comedian: Patrick McDermott

Born in Hawaii and now based in the Bay Area, Patrick McDermott is a comedian whose clean, semi-absurdist writing and distinctive delivery connect with a wide range of audiences. He’s performed at clubs including The Improv and the Punch Line, at festivals such as Cinequest, and at corporate events and fundraisers. Patrick has also opened for Louie Anderson, Rob Schneider, and Norm Macdonald.

If you are having technical difficulties donating, please email rita@jcsmarketinginc.com with details. If you would like to mail your donation, please send check to: Nickels Soil Lab, PO Box 246, Colusa, CA 95932. Thank you!

$900

CCFS

$200

Gerry Hernandez

The Nickels Soil Lab has changed the almond industry! Drip irrigation and tree pruning were the biggest research projects.
$2,500

Lassen Land Company

$1,500

Agricultural Advisors

$100

Seeds By Design

About Nickels Soil Lab

Since the 1970s, Nickels Soil Lab (NSL) has been at the forefront of research and innovation that strengthen California agriculture, from pioneering water-saving drip irrigation to advancing sustainable orchard practices. With your support, this privately owned research farm will continue operating in close cooperation with University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR), UC Cooperative Extension, and the Colusa County Water District. Together, we serve as a unique bridge between growers, researchers, local communities, and the future of agricultural innovation for another 50 years and beyond.

Thank you for helping us grow the future of California agriculture!

Click Here to Learn More About Nickels Soil Lab

Promotional Materials

Show your support and help get the word out. Click the image below to download the file, share in emails, forward / print, post the image on your social media platforms and / or website, invite your friends, clients, and peers to donate to Nickels Soil Lab.

Thank you supporters!

Please call Jay Visser, Business Development Manager at 559-352-4456 with any additional questions.

Due to the nature of the event, all registrations are final and non-refundable. We appreciate your understanding.

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