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In the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles, in the hilly eastside neighborhood of Glassell Park, you'll find LA Home Farm. This unique farm shop brings the concept of farm-to-table right into the...
Each spring, the coastal city of Carlsbad in Southern California transforms into a vivid spectacle of blossoming flowers. The Flower Fields, spread across over 50 acres, become a palette of vibrant...
If you’ve ever visited Santa Cruz, California you’ve probably noticed something unique - at least for a coastal area. Much of the county is studded with farmland - 63,900 acres to be exact....
Have you ever heard of Assyrtiko or Negrette? Probably not, but Megan Bell of Margins Winery wants to change that - and a whole lot more. Megan Bell is the owner and founder of Margins Winery....
In California, sustainability is more than a buzzword or a trend; it’s a way of life. Choosing sustainable wine is a delicious way to support local businesses, families, and communities - and to...
Let’s set things straight: cow farts are not going to destroy the planet. A 2019 UC Davis study found that cows and other livestock accounted for only 4% of the Nation’s greenhouse gas...
Ever been to Gilroy Gardens? Learning about California Grown fruits, vegetables and plants has never been more fun! There’s no denying that people love a good amusement park. In fact,...
In the 1960s, the flower power movement influenced the course of fashion, music, and society as a whole. “Flower power” was a powerful slogan that affected social change throughout the decade....
Imagine a world without waste, where discarded items are given new life and even made…beautiful. This is the idea behind East Jesus, an “experimental, sustainable, habitable art installation”...
California, a state celebrated for its agricultural diversity, offers an abundance of U-pick farms. Here, visitors can gather their fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and more. These hands-on...
California, a state celebrated for agricultural diversity and innovation, offers a unique opportunity for a first hand-experience with farm tours. From the rolling hills of Northern California to...
The Market Match program helps CalFresh shoppers get more for their money at California Farmers Markets and positively impacts small farms and the local economy. Talk about a win-win...