In 1929 the family moved to Ripon, California and, with the help of 4 sons, started another dairy and grew row crops. The family farm lasted until 1945. Art, one of the sons, and his brother Henry Jr. took over the family farm. This partnership between Art and his brother lasted for 25 years and dissolved after two of Art's sons returned from military service. Art and his four sons formed a corporation, which is still going today. The corporation is family owned and operated by sons, grandsons, in-laws, and also by workers that have been with the family for over 44 years. The farming operation now consists of growing sweet corn, watermelons, pumpkins, squash, alfalfa, almonds and walnuts. We have been growing watermelons for over 68 years.

One of Van Groningen & Sons main efforts is to maintain our reputation for shipping and producing excellent quality produce and being honest and fair with our customers.