This website uses cookies to enhance user experience on our website. Learn More Accept. Oxnard's roots in agriculture date back to founder Henry T. Oxnard's sugar beet enterprise. Farming persists to this day.
The farming history in Oxnard is very rich. In the s, groups of Germans, Irish, French, and other Europeans arrived in the area. Portuguese, Mexican, and Filipino workers followed during the two World Wars. When strawberries took over as the top harvest in Oxnard, the demand for a larger workforce led to a flourishing Latino community that continues to this day. At the end of the 19th century, Oxnard was well on its way to becoming an agricultural powerhouse.
With the development of the sugar beat factory, this area started to grow. Here's how it all started: In , local ranchers Albert Maulhardt and Johannes Borchard started planting sugar beets throughout the region. Two years later, Henry T. Migrants from Mexico, China and Japan flocked to the area to work at the factory. The Southern Pacific Railroad built a station near the factory, bringing in more business and more workers. In , the factory closed down, but Oxnard still produces avocados, lemons, and strawberries shipped across California and worldwide.
Ed Borchard planted various sugar beets and partnered with Albert F. The factory was developed in Over a century ago, the McGrath family settled in Ventura County. The family farming legacy dates back to February Listen to live music and soak in the harbor views. Stroll in the sunshine as you shop for fresh, local, farm-to-table food. The Oxnard Historic Farm Park dates back to the s and offers a slice of local history.
The site is located on one acre of land containing vintage farm implements and historic crop samples. Stop by for a tour on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Skip to content 0. Forget the seasons! Oxnard's year round moderate climate is perfect for those seeking outdoor experiences in scenic spaces.
