Vegetable Seed Supplier — Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield is the county seat of Kern County and a major agricultural center at the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley.
Bakersfield is the county seat of Kern County and a major agricultural center at the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley. Kern County ranks among California's top agricultural producers, with processing tomatoes, peppers, and field crops contributing to a diversified farm economy. Orsetti Seed Company serves Kern County growers through an independent dealer network, supplying commercial hybrid varieties evaluated under California field conditions.
Kern County's southern San Joaquin location delivers California's most intense growing season — long days, high heat accumulation, and reliable irrigation from the California Aqueduct and local water districts. Processing tomato varieties require significant heat units to deliver peak solids concentration and yield; Orsetti's 8-variety processing tomato lineup offers maturity windows from 67 to 80 days to match transplant schedules and processor contract requirements. The mild Kern County winter also supports fall broccoli production in the October–December window.
Orsetti's reach
Orsetti Seed Company, Inc.
2300 Technology Pkwy, Ste 1Hollister, CA 95023
831.636.4822
osco@orsettiseeds.com
Varieties for San Joaquin Valley
Processing Tomatoes
8 hybrid varieties, 67–80 days — suited to Kern County's high heat accumulation and long growing season
View varieties →Peppers
BOS 425, GEM 90, GEM 91 — processing and foodservice types, well adapted to San Joaquin Valley heat
View varieties →Melons
BOS 125 — 85–95 DTM, dark yellow-gold exterior, firm crisp flesh, suited to Kern County warm-season production
View varieties →Lettuce
Two Star PVP, Marin PVP, Kodiak PVP, Red Fusion PVP — 55–70 DTM, open-pollinated
View varieties →Common questions
Does Orsetti Seeds serve Kern County and the Bakersfield area?
Yes — Orsetti serves the southern San Joaquin Valley through an independent dealer network. Our processing tomato, pepper, and melon varieties are suited to Kern County's production environment. Contact us at 831.636.4822 or osco@orsettiseeds.com.
What vegetable crops are grown commercially near Bakersfield?
Kern County is a major California agricultural producer — processing tomatoes, peppers, carrots, and field crops are significant in the region. The valley's Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild winters supports a long processing vegetable production window.
Are Orsetti seeds available as CCOF certified organic in Kern County?
Yes. CCOF certification covers organically produced seed lots, warehouse, mill, and third-party organic packaging. Contact us to confirm organic variety availability for your planting window.
Talk to the Orsetti team directly.