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About Love of the Land
Love of the Land is Napa County Farm Bureau’s premier annual event, celebrating the individuals and legacy of agriculture in Napa Valley. Guests enjoy a gourmet dinner paired with Napa Valley wines, live music, and the presentation of prestigious honors.
This event also serves as a vital fundraiser to support the Farm Bureau’s mission to advocate for and promote agriculture through education and community engagement. Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring the future of farming in Napa Valley.
Our 2025 Award Recipients
About Judy Ahmann
Judy Ahmann has been an advocate for agriculture and a dedicated supporter of Farm Bureau for many years. After starting her career at IBM, she and her husband transitioned to ranching in Napa’s Carneros region—raising cattle, developing vineyard land both in the Napa Valley and Oregon.
In addition to her consistent support of the Napa County Farm Bureau, Judy has actively promoted agricultural policy, education, and community involvement. She served as President of California CattleWomen, and was honored as National CattleWoman of the Year in 2014.
Judy was selected as a member of Common Threads in California for her outstanding volunteer leadership. Judy has represented agriculture at the national level, including formal presentations before the Department of Interior and in the Oval Office.
Having recently sold her Oregon ranch, Judy continues ranching today alongside her daughters and their families in Berryessa and Carneros.
About Linda Neal
Linda Neal began her agricultural journey after moving from Southern to Central California, where she became active in FFA, earning a State Farmer Degree and numerous awards. She holds an AS in Ag Business and a BA in Business (Summa Cum Laude), later becoming a licensed PCA and sales rep for an ag chemical company.
A Farm Bureau member since 1987, Linda has served as a consistent champion of agriculture in Napa Valley. Along with co-founding M&L Vineyard Management, overseeing over 1,000 acres, Linda helped establish the Ag Program at St. Helena High School and served on the USDA Farm Service Agency.
After 20 years leading M&L, Linda stepped away from managing vineyards for others to concentrate on her 7.5 acres in Oakville to produce wine, creating two wine brands—Tierra Roja and Mellowood. In 2018, Linda joined the Peace Corps, serving in Morocco.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
“We look forward to celebrating the evening with you at Louis Martini Winery, helping raise funds for the Napa County Farm Bureau, an organization that has, is, and will continue to defend agriculture today and for generations to come. ”