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Category: Meet a Farmer

Meet a Farmer: Andy and Julia Henderson of Confluence Farms

We caught up with farming couple Andy and Julia Henderson earlier this year when the rain was pouring in their neck of the woods. They were kind enough to spend a few minutes with us and share their...

Meet the Vintners: Kaj and Christian Ahlmann of Six Sigma Ranch

M Six Sigma Ranch & Winery is a breathtaking example of California agriculture, the 4,300 property is home to vineyards, cattle, pigs and sheep as well as home to local wildlife.  Owner...

Meet a Farmer: Sam Thorp of Spade and Plow Farm

Farming is a family affair for Sam Thorp who farms alongside his father Mike and brother Nick on their organic San Martin farm.  In 2010, they started leasing 10 acres of farmland with an eye on...

Meet a Farmer: Bryanna Eisenhut of Stones Throw Farm

It’s all about family, community and sustainable farming for this Colfax, California organic vegetable and flower farm.  Stones Throw Farm is owned and managed by married couple Bryanna and...

Meet a Farmer: Todd Ramos of Ramos Farms

Todd Ramos comes from a family of extraordinary farmers.  His grandfather took a leap of faith at age 12. He traveled by himself from Spain to Cuba, then Mexico and finally California, by ship,...

Meet a Farmer: Pamela Anderson of Olivewood Ranch Olive Oil

After 15 years of growing grapes in Suisun Valley, California, Pamela Anderson and Pete Vernasco decided to try their hand at olives. They were fortunate enough to find an existing grove with 10 year...

Meet a Farmer: Lewis and Suzanne Jester of Eyrie Olive Oil Company

Eyrie is a fitting name for the lovely California olive oil company that sits high above the fog of the Sonoma Valley floor where they make award winning California extra virgin olive oil. Run by...

Meet a Farmer: The Sweet Potato Project

Meet the team of young farmers who make up the Sweet Potato Project in Fresno California! This young band of farmers was brought together by Yolanda Randles, executive director of the West Fresno...

Meet a Farmer: Luke Wilson of Wilkerson Ranch

Most of us think of chestnuts during the holidays.  Their dark smooth shells make their way into supermarkets before Thanksgiving.  But thank goodness we have farmers like Luke Wilson of...

Meet a Farmer: Ion Sfetcu of Houwelings Tomatoes

At a very young age, his father planted a passion for farming in him, and now he grows vegetables for one of North America’s largest greenhouse farming operations. Meet the dynamic and very busy...

Meet a Farmer: Hilary Graves

Can you run a farming operation while the kids are in school?  This farmer and mother of two, does just that! Between raising heritage breed pigs, to growing and harvesting an orchard, to...

Meet a Farmer: Grant Parnagian of Golden State Hops

Beer is a booming business in California with micro-brews popping up in small towns and big cities throughout the state. The desire to supply these local brewers with quality hops inspired Grant...

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