Chris Morgner, PCA/CCA

Owner/Principal Consultant

(209) 769-2357

As a PCA and Agronomist since 1978, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to his clients. He is supported by an energetic and capable staff that provides pest management and agronomy services to grower clients in Central California. Disciple. Husband. Agronomist and crop advisor, almond farmer, wine snob and foodie...the list goes on

Giuliana Marchini, PCA/CCA

(209) 769-1470

Giuliana grew up on her family’s almond ranch in Le Grand, California. Her love of agriculture and affinity for watching things grow developed at an early age as she followed her dad around while he farmed. Upon graduating from high school, she attended Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo and graduated with a B.S. in Agricultural Science. Shortly after, Giuliana obtained her PCA license and found a nice fit with Agri-Valley Consulting. When Giuliana isn’t working, she enjoys spending time in her community, traveling, hiking, and catching up with friends.

Matt Puglizevich, PCA/CCA

(209) 756-3144

Matt “Pug” was born and raised in Merced, CA.  He graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration from CSU Monterey Bay, and soon after, joined Agri-Valley Consulting.  Realizing the great opportunities offered by the agricultural industry, he went back to school to earn his PCA and CCA licenses. On board since 2008, he still loves working with his Agri-Valley Consulting family...  Matt lives for his amazing wife and children.  When he isnt working, he spends as much time as possible with them. He is determined, dependable, and considerate.  

Steve Zeiders, PCA/CCA

(805) 704-6206

Steve grew up working for his parent’s commercial beekeeping business and grandparents' grain farming operation. A third generation in Ag, raised in Southern California, he attended college with the intent to stay in agriculture. Steve graduated from Cal Poly SLO in 2004 with a degree in crop and fruit production and in 2007 became a member of Agri-Valley Consulting, as a PCA/CCA consultant. He enjoys spending time as a hobby beekeeper and he’s an avid hunter. Steve, with his wife, and 3 children, support Agricultural Education through community involvement and 4-H.

Joe Baird, PCA/CCA

(209) 769-3733

Joe was raised on a small family dairy farm in El Nido, California. At 18 years old, he left to join the U.S. Navy and serve during the Viet Nam War. After completing his military duties, he went on to work as a maintenance electrician for Kaiser Aluminum and then later returned home to work on the family dairy farm.  In 1996 Joe Graduated with a B.S. in Ornamental Horticulture, with a minor in Ag Business and began working for Agri-Valley Consulting in 1996. PCA/CCA. Consults on almonds, walnuts, cotton, corn, wheat, and alfalfa. Irrigation scheduling, nutrient

management.

Chase Cullins, PCA

(559) 474-5613

Chase grew up in Madera, Ca. After graduating high school, he attended college at CSU Monterey Bay where he obtained a B.S in Kinesiology. A couple of years after graduating from CSUMB, he became very interested in the agricultural field and was introduced to Chris Morgner of Agri-Valley Consulting. Chase has been with Agri-Valley since June of 2019. He started out as a field scout and worked hard topass his PCA test. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

Delia Zavala, PCA

(831) 594-9175

Delia was born in Guanajuato MX and raised in Greenfield, CA, a small-town in southern Salinas Valley.  The Central Valley has become her home since fall of 2015.  She graduated from CSU Fresno with a Bachelor’s Science Degree in Plant Health.  Shortly after graduating she obtained her PCA license and in 2019 she joined the Agri-Valley Consulting Team!  Delia enjoys spending time with her family, lifting weights at the gym, and going on a bike ride.  

Kaleb Moku, PCA/CCA
(209) 777-4676

 Kaleb was born and raised in Merced, CA, graduating from Buhach Colony high school and later studying plant science at Merced College. He started with Agri-Valley Consulting as a field scout in the spring of 2016 and quickly found an affinity for crop production, attaining his PCA and CCA licenses. In his free time, he enjoys being with friends and family, golfing and playing guitar.

Obsaldo Banuelos, PCA

(559) 363-5993

Osbaldo grew up on Harman Brothers Ranch in the Red Top Area, where his agricultural career began. Osbaldo attended Merced College and graduated with an A.S. degree in Crop Production and Ag Business and obtained his PCA License. He then transferred to Fresno State University, where he earned his B.S. in Ag Business. When he isn’t working, he spends as much time as possible with his Family. Life has a way of putting you in the right place at the right time. Osbaldo became as a member of Agri-Valley Consulting in 2022. Agri-Valley Consulting has provided a platform for advancement in all aspects of Agronomy.

Kyle Bell, CCA

(209) 769-6119

Kyle was born and raised in Atwater, CA. After graduating from Buhach Colony High School in 2006, he began studying plant science at Merced College and started working at Agri-Valley Consulting. His magnetism towards the agriculture industry and the opportunity to work with the great people involved continue to drive him today. When Kyle isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, being outdoors and riding his motorcycle.