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Meet a Farmer: Vernon Peterson of Abundant Harvest Organics

Meet Vernon Peterson, President and founder of Abundant Harvest Organics and fourth-generation farmer. While his company has blossomed into a farm-share delivery service that offers weekly organic...

CA GROWN Holiday Gift Guide

Can you believe it's already time to start thinking about gifts for the Holiday season? It seems to roll around quicker every year and with a vengeance! Can we get a little slack? I feel like we just...

Meet a Farmer: Andrew Kazarian of Circle K Ranch

Meet Andrew Kazarian, General Manager of Circle K Ranch in Selma, CA and third generation farmer. After working with his dad and brother on the farm, Andrew appreciates the knowledge he’s gained...

Easy Persimmon Recipes You Should Try; Persimmon Grilled Cheese

Persimmon season is upon us, although you won't want to blink, because it's a short one! No doubt, you will want to eat as many Persimmon recipes as you can the next couple of months before they are...

Meet a Farmer: Jon Reelhorn of Belmont Nursery

Meet Jon Reelhorn, President of Belmont Nursery in Fresno, CA. As a former baseball player turned flower farmer, John knows how much hard work and dedication pay off. Learn more about him, why he...

Thanksgiving Surplus Salad

We all Know the Feeling...    Thanksgiving overload. You should get up and run a mile to work off everything you ate, but the tryptophan has kicked in and all you want to do is lay on the...

Meet a Farmer: Bill Christopher of Christopher Ranch

Meet Bill Christopher, CEO of Christopher Ranch and second generation farmer. His great grandfather immigrated to the United States and made his dreams a reality by starting his own farm. Today,...

Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash with Pecans and Pomegranate

This Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash with Pecans and Pomegranates is loaded with fabulous fall flavor - and California grown goodness! It's simple to make and simply...

Meet a Farmer: Edgar Hercila of Civitas Organics

In honor of Veteran’s Day we spoke to Edgar Hercila, military veteran and CEO of Civitas Organics. As a first-generation American and urban farmer, Edgar proudly served his country overseas and...

Radish Butter: Easy + Delicious Radish Recipe!

This easy + tasty Radish Butter is perfect to top your bread, crackers or toast - or even grilled chicken. It makes a fabulous (and delicious) gift too. - Updated March 2022 with a new...

Meet a Farmer: Daniel Jackson of Family Tree Farms

Meet Daniel Jackson, co-owner of Family Tree Farms and eighth generation farmer. Like his grandfather before him, Daniel is a firm believer in doing business with honest and dependable people....

Ground Turkey Skillet Melt with Sweetpotatoes

This Ground Turkey Skillet Melt is loaded with healthy goodness, including California sweetpotatoes and melty mozzarella cheese! Topped with a gooey layer of melted cheese, I promise this...

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