Big W Ranch
Farming
The Big W Ranch was founded by legendary car dealer Cal Worthington. Over the decades, Mr. Worthington transformed his ranching operation into one of the largest almond and olive growing farms in the country. Today, Big W has transitioned thousands of acres away from almonds, and into olives. The majority of the ranch is maintained as dry range land. We're also proud to be a major employer for our community.
Community Support
Big W is proud to support:
The Glenn County Sheriff's Posse Glenn County K-9 Association
Glenn Medical Foundation Glenn County Senior Resources
Glenn County Fair Heritage Foundation Orland Fire Department
Artois Volunteer Fire Department Glenn County Buyer's Group
Orland High School Plaza Elementary
Willows High School Walden Academy
Pierce High School
Cal Worthington
The Big W Ranch's founder was none other than legendary car dealer, Cal Worthington. Mr. Worthington probably sold more vehicles than any other individual in history. Mr. Worthington grew up dirt poor, one of nine children during the great depression. He worked in the Civilian Conservation Corps before joining the Army Air Corps as a B-17 and B-29 pilot during World War II where he flew 29 missions and earned the Distinguished Flying Cross. After the war, he started selling cars and the rest is history. Dealerships, commercial real estate, ranching, and farming, continued to keep Mr. Worthington busy until his passing at the age of 92. Today, Mr. Worthington's family continues his ranching and farming legacy.