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The Central Valley – A Great Place for Farming in California

In October (which also happens to be California Farmer and Farmworker Month) we took a group of California Grown Creators on a tour of California’s Central Valley – a top spot for farming in...

What Do Fossils and Farms Have in Common? Visit the Fossil Discovery Center

Why are fossils so often found on farms? Let’s visit the Fossil Discovery Center to learn more! The San Joaquin Valley is some of the most fertile, productive farmland in the world. It also...

The Vineyard: Casual Dining in the Heart of California

Looking for casual dining along the 99? The Vineyard is an iconic Madera restaurant that’s been in business for over 40 years! California’s State Route 99 extends from south of Bakersfield...

What Is The Western Growers Center For Innovation And Technology In Agriculture

The Western Growers Center for Innovation and Technology is a non-profit organization located in Salinas, California that aims to drive innovation and technological advancement in the agriculture...

Ag In The Classroom; Educating Students About Our Food System

The Ag in the Classroom program is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating students and teachers about where their food and fiber really comes from. They do this by developing free...

Trelio Food & Wine; Serving The Best Of California In Clovis

On a recent agricultural tour of the San Joaquin Valley, our California Grown Creators had the chance to dine at Trelio Food & Wine . This restaurant is truly serving the best of California,...

Portola Hotel & Spa – One of the Best Hotels in Monterey

Californians love a good road trip. So it’s no surprise that Monterey County gets more than 3 million visitors a year. From Fisherman's Wharf and the Monterey Bay Aquarium to hiking, golfing, and...

Highly Likely Café Serves Up Fun, Fresh + Local Food

Los Angeles is known for its movie stars, great beaches, and perfect weather. It also happens to have one of the best restaurant scenes in the U.S., and arguably the world. With respect to good...

Easy Recipes with Ingredients That Are Always In Season

The holiday season is the perfect time of the year for entertaining and that means you need delicious, easy recipes that work every single time. While there are lots of seasonal fruits and...

Dried Fruit: A Pantry Staple Begging to Be Explored

Dried fruit is the equivalent of Mother Nature's fruit snacks and is amazing in both sweet and savory dishes. Did you know that the recommended daily serving of fruit for a 2,000-calorie diet is 2...

Passionfish: This Monterey Seafood Restaurant is Making a Difference, One Order at a Time

This restaurant’s passion for sustainable Monterey seafood has helped to create change across the industry. Passionfish is a small seafood eatery with a big reputation. The Pacific Grove...

The Best Wine Tasting in Monterey County

Monterey County is well known as a major tourist attraction. You’ve probably visited Fisherman’s Wharf and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, toured the Mission in Carmel-by-the-Sea, strolled Carmel’s...

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