Meet the Family

 

Kenny Watkins

4th generation walnut grower, 5th generation cattle rancher

Kenny is a full-time farmer who grows walnuts, almonds, peaches, cherries, hay and raises beef cattle. Kenny left his college studies to return to Linden, California to take over the family operation from his aging grandfather. He has worked on the farm and ranch since. Kenny is passionate about his work.

 
 

Kenneth Watkins

5th generation walnut grower, 6th generation cattle rancher

Kenneth serves as the Superintendent of Oklahoma State University’s Research Station. He is responsible for preparing the ground, taking care of crops, and harvesting. Aside from his experience in production agriculture, Kenneth is a Certified Pesticide Applicator, has achieved his Beef Quality Assurance certification, and completed the Oklahoma Pecan Management course.

 

Elisabeth Watkins

5th generation walnut grower, 6th generation cattle rancher

Elisabeth is an agriculture communication educator at the University of Nevada, Reno where she earned her Masters of Business Administration.

Learn more about Elisabeth’s background through her LinkedIn profile.