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How are Figs Grown in California?

Have you ever wondered how figs are grown? Let’s learn how fresh figs are grown in California - and how they are harvested and packaged! Obsessed with figs? You’re not alone. Humans have...

Buy, Eat, and Learn at Far West Fungi’s Retail and Restaurant Locations

Far West Fungi is a family-owned and operated mushroom farm in Northern California founded by John and Toby Garrone in 1983. This year marks Far West Fungi’s 40th anniversary. Their farms are...

Keenan Farms: Cultivating Excellence in Pistachio Growing

In the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, where the warm sun and fertile soil create the perfect conditions for pistachio growing, there's a family-owned farm that stands as a symbol of...

Stirm Wine Co. – A Small Boutique Winery with Big Dreams in California’s Pajaro Valley

Ryan Stirm, winemaker at Stirm Wine Co., is about as down to earth as his small boutique winery which is hidden on a hillside in the Pajaro Valley. He didn’t plan to be a winemaker, but that’s...

Family Tree Farms – From Humble Beginnings to Leadership in Ag Innovation

From humble beginnings in farm labor during the Great Depression to becoming a world leader in agricultural innovation, the Jackson family’s story is one of resilience, determination, and...

Visit Rainbow Orchards for Apple Cider Donuts + Chill California Vibes

Rainbow Orchards is a small apple farm in Camino, California. It's part of a larger farm collective known as Apple Hill, one of Northern California's most popular agritourism attractions. The allure...

Apple Ridge Farms: U-Pick Apple Farm

For many families, an apple picking excursion is a yearly tradition. Let’s explore our favorite Northern California U-Pick Apple Farm - Apple Ridge Farms! If you’re looking for a wholesome...

Add a Visit to High Hill Ranch to Your Fall Bucket List!

It’s Apple Season in California - and a visit to High Hill Ranch is the best way to spend a fall day! Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains between Sacramento and Tahoe, you’ll find the...

Savoring the Legacy: The Juicy History of Harris Ranch Beef 

When it comes to top-notch beef, one name that has earned a legendary status is Harris Ranch Beef Company. If you've ever had the pleasure of biting into a succulent Harris Ranch steak, you know...

The Cubre Family – Farming in the San Joaquin Valley since 1927

The Cubre family has been farming in the San Joaquin Valley for four generations. Nick Cubre, who is a 4th generation farmer, currently runs the farm with his father Tony. They grow peaches, prunes,...

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