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Category: Meet a Farmer

Meet a Farmer: Mark Fowler, Associate Winemaker at Skinner Vineyards

Growing up on a vineyard surrounded by vines had quite an impact on Mark Fowler.  As a young adult he returned to his roots to study winemaking, and it’s turned into a fruit-full career at an...

Meet a Farmer: Molly Chester of Apricot Lane Farms

When a chef and a filmmaker start a farm – the result is incredible food with an amazing story.  We caught up with the delightful farmer and chef Molly Chester, half of a farming duo that...

Meet a Farmer: Karen Avinelis, Thomas Creek Farm

Meet Karen Avinelis, Founder, President and Research & Development Director of Thomas Creek Farm in Porterville, CA. When she’s not busy learning about the many health benefits of...

Meet a Farmer: John Bos of Dutch Hollow Farms

Photo Credit: Modesto Bee Meet John Bos, Owner of Dutch Hollow Farms in Modesto, CA. As a farmer and pumpkin patch owner, he loves what he does and loves bringing joy to people. Learn more...

Meet a Farmer: Andrea Davis-Cetina of Quarter Acre Farm

Photo Credit: In Her Image Photography Meet Andrea Davis-Cetina, Owner of Quarter Acre Farm in Sonoma, California. As a first-generation farmer, she’s learned everything she knows about farming...

Meet a Farmer: Joe Rodriguez of JR Organics

Meet Joe Rodriguez, Owner of JR Organics in Escondido, California. As a third generation farmer, he knows how much hard work and dedication goes into farming. Learn more about Joe, how his...

Meet a Farmer: Josh Roberts of Taylor Farms

Meet Josh Roberts, Director of Agricultural Operations at Taylor Farms in Salinas, California. As a second-generation farmer, he loves the fact that no two days are ever the same. Learn more...

Meet a Farmer: Sean Doherty of Sean Doherty Farms

Meet Sean Doherty, Co-Founder of Sean Doherty Farms in Dunnigan, CA. As a third generation farmer, he has a strong passion for farming. Learn more about Sean, how his employees have...

Meet a Farmer: Javier Zamora of JSM Organics

Meet Javier Zamora, Owner of JSM Organic Farms in Royal Oaks, California. As a second-generation farmer, he grew up helping his dad farm in Mexico and cultivated his own piece of land in...

Meet a Farmer: Mai Nguyen of Farmer Mai

Meet Mai Nguyen, Founder and Owner of Farmer Mai in Upper Lake, California. After studying climate research in college, she got tired of documenting the ways we’re harming the planet and...

Meet a Farmer: Jesus Romero of J&E Farms

Meet Jesus Romero, Production Manager for J&E Farms in Oxnard, California. As a second generation farmer, he’s working hard to follow in his father’s footsteps and continue with his...

Meet a Farmer: Kurt Richter of Richter AG

Meet Kurt Richter, Vice President and Farm Manager for Richter AG in Northern California. As a fourth generation farmer, he’s proud of his family’s commitment to environmental...

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