GET TO KNOW US
Family is the cornerstone of Live Oak Farms. A multigenerational family farm that is approaching 100 years in the industry and has remained true to the land, devoted to the people, and supportive of the community. Now well into its fourth generation of family members working within the company, the Giampaoli family, still has the same hardworking mindset to supply you with great quality fresh produce coupled with exceptional service.
A NEW ERA
“Some things you don’t leave
behind while you move forward.”
Dominic Giampaoli
Ranch Manager/4th Generation
LIVE OAK LEADESHIP
Third and Fourth generation family members and a dedicated team of professionals ensure that our dedication to your success is second to none.
BOB GIAMPAOLI
PRESIDENT/CEO 3rd GENERATION
PETE AIELLO
VP OF PEPPER OPERATIONS
(US AND MEXICO)
SANDY DEL REAL
OFFICE MANAGER
3rd GENERATION
DOMINIC GIAMPAOLI
RANCH MANAGER
4th GENERATION
BEN MIGGLIAZZO
RANCH MANAGER
Tomato Sales and Marketing
Pepper and Organic Sales and Marketing
GIOVANNI MARQUEZ
FOOD SAFETY MANAGER
“As family members, we all have unique skills to handle specialized tasks”
Raymond Giampaoli
“Life revolves around tomatoes, and of course, family"
Maria Giampaoli
“It's on the shoulders of the younger generation; I'm sure they can do the job”
Elmo Giampaoli
The words said by our late loved ones, true then and still relates heavily to the new generation. Though a different company now, we are everchanging with the fast-moving world. We're excited to be stepping into a new era with you.
OUR HISTORY
1926
Marino Giampaoli emigrates from Lucca, Italy in search of a similar climate and the rich soils found in his native Tuscany. He finds both requirements met near the small town of Le Grand in California's Great Central Valley.
1929
Marino Giampaoli along with his cousins Florindo Marchini and Decimo Marchini start Giampaoli & Marchini Co. growing Italian tomatoes in the rich central valley soils.
1963
Raymond Giampaoli takes over father Marino’s position at Giampaoli & Marchini Co.
1965 - Raymond Implements New Packing Shed.
A leader of innovation, Raymond who loved machinery knew the importance of constant movement and continual improvement.
1970s
With a few big drought years in the late ’70s in California and knowing the importance of conserving water, Giampaoli & Marchini Co. begin their sustainability journey and implements their first drip irrigation systems in their fields.
1985
Giampaoli & Marchini Co. parts and Giampaoli family renames the company Live Oak Farms. Live Oak Farms is run by Marino's sons, the three brothers; Raymond, Elmo, and Dario Giampaoli.
1987
Bob Joins Live Oak Farms working alongside his father, Raymond. Raymond’s love was the packing shed and Bob’s was the field. They became an unstoppable duo reaching new heights and expanding acreage.
1995
Donna and her husband Scott Vaughan come to work for Live Oak Farms as an established sales team.
1997
Sandy Del Real steps in as Office Manager, organizing and managing the companies accounts.
2013
Bob’s son Dominic Giampaoli Joins Live Oak Farms. Like his father, Dominic enjoys being in the field, experimenting with new tomato and bell pepper varieties.
2018
Bob’s daughter Briana Giampaoli comes back to the family company with a background in food safety and a knack for marketing.
2021
Today’s Live Oak Farms is under the direction of third-generation farmer Bob Giampaoli. Four packing houses are in operation in Le Grand. And now, fourth-generation family members have joined the family’s farming operation.