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SAM COBB FARMS

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Visit Our Date Farm in Desert Hot Springs, CA Annually From Oct-April

Book Tours
Are you interested in learning how dates are grown? Are you looking for something interesting to do in the Palm Springs area? Do you like nice photo of yourself? Then consider booking a Date Farm Tour at Sam Cobb Farms! It is more entertaining than you can imagine. Have questions? Call the Farm: 760-861-1664. We are nice people and will answer your questions. SAM COBB FARMS grows several delicious varieties of dates, including Medjool, Barhi, and our very own Black Gold. With Sam's more than 47 years of agricultural knowledge, experience and scientific background, our date farms in Desert Hot Springs, and Blythe CA, produces pesticide-free dates that are unmatched in flavor and quality.
We package our dates to be convenient, easy to eat, store, and share. They make an impressive and memorable gift for friends, associates, loved ones, as well as for yourself.

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About us

Established in 2002, Our family-owned date farm has ranches in central and eastern Riverside County (Desert Hot Springs and Blythe). Our mission is to "Grow Good Dates" year after year. We focus on getting our delicious world-class dates into the hands of people who will enjoy them the most and to share the joy of agriculture and farming with each of our tour guests.

The Real Sam Cobb

California Date Farmer
A Lifelong Dream Comes True
Sam Cobb always dreamed of being a farmer. Growing up in rural Fresno County, CA. The dream was a constant presence in his life, transporting him to his happy place; where he could till the soil, plant seeds, and harvest crops. These days, Sam is living out his dream; and growing some "good dates" in the process.
Commitment to Education
In 1976, Sam enrolled in his first agriculture classes at Washington Union High School. This was an integral part of his journey toward becoming a date farmer. He also joined the Easton Fresno Chapter of the Future Farmers of America (FFA), an organization he still holds in high esteem and supports. Stating: "I am forever grateful to my FFA Advisors and the unbiased support given me. They believed in me! They believed I could and would, become an American farmer someday, if I continued on. They saw and kindled my fire!"
During high school, Sam excelled academically and became an award-winning public speaker, participated in the Parliamentary Procedure and Debate teams. He also gained recognition as an outstanding welder and agricultural mechanic. His hard work paid off when he received the Bank of America Achievement Award in 1980 in the field of Agriculture for: “Distinguished Performance, the Promise of Future Success and Service to Society,” which helped fund his college education.
Academic Achievements
Sam earned an Associate of Science degree in Agronomy from Reedley College and a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Education from Fresno State University. He approached every class with determination, always asking how each lesson would help him achieve his goal of becoming a farmer.
A Unique Path
After college, Sam spent 30 years working with the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS), gaining valuable experience along the way. Now, he is finally living his dream as an American date farmer—a title that holds special significance as one of the American date farmers in the United States. He believes he may be the only black date farmer in the country and welcomes connections with others in this unique field.
Passion for Soil & Farming
From a young age, Sam was drawn to “the dirt,” which he later learned to appreciate as soil. His love for soil and the life-sustaining plants that grow within it has deepened over time. He enjoys sharing his passion for gardening and farming with others because, for him, farming is not just a profession; it’s a way of life.
Professional Title
Sam is proud to be an agronomist—a title that reflects his dedication to soil science and farming. Few people pursue degrees in agronomy, but Sam’s passion for this field sets him apart. He looks forward to connecting with fellow agronomists who share his enthusiasm for agriculture.
Educational Background
  • Agricultural Education
  • Plant Science
  • Agronomy
  • Ag Mechanics
  • Ag Engineering
  • Ag Economics

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Address 22325 Henry Rd Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241 samcobbfarms@icloud.com
Mail orders may ship from PO Box 2013, Blythe, CA 92226.
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