Cork is famously used as a wine closure, but have you ever wondered why? We met with a few folks from Cork Supply and the University of California, Davis (UC Davis) to uncover what cork really is,...

Golden raspberries are truly a juicy gem of the Golden State, and V Mendoza Berry Farms in Watsonville, California is at the forefront of cultivating these delightful berries. From their gorgeous...

Is rhubarb poisonous? Is it a fruit? How do you use it? Here’s everything you need to know.  What is rhubarb? Pop quiz: is rhubarb a fruit or a vegetable? Many people assume that...

California is a state known for its rich agricultural diversity, and among its many delicious bounties, blackberries and olallieberries -which are beloved fruits. These berries, with their...

Did you know that virtually all of the Nation’s garlic is grown in California? Let’s learn more about how everyone’s favorite “aromatic” veggie is planted, harvested and packaged! Where...

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...

California's fields are alive with the hue of vibrant, leafy green vegetables. Here, in the Golden State, leafy greens flourish under the warm sun. The goodness of the sun gives us the crispness of...

What is a pistachio nut? Here’s everything you need to know about this powerhouse protein (spoiler alert: it’s not technically even a nut). What is a pistachio nut? First things first:...

Gianni Raines, founder of Zone 9 Farms, shares how he founded a successful Central Valley microgreen farm. Gianni Raines grew up in the heart of California’s Central Valley, surrounded by...

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...

Apples are synonymous with fall. They’re the star in some of our favorite treats, from apple cakes to baked apples, appletinis and the American classic, apple pie. But what do you really know...

Everyone wonders how to tell if watermelons are ripe - and while that is an essential question, have you ever wondered how the melons get to the store in the first place? They certainly don’t just...