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Visit Noble Orchards For A Century of Apple History in Paradise, California

Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Noble Orchards has been a cornerstone of Paradise, California’s agricultural heritage since 1921. As the last remaining apple orchard in Butte...

Learn How to Grow Roses at Menagerie Farm and Flower 

Have you ever dreamed of having a rose garden? Felicia Alvarez of Menagerie Farm and Flower wants to help you make those dreams a reality.  Born and raised on a small farm in Sutter County,...

Burns Blossom Farm: Small Farm, Big Dreams

Farming isn’t just a job for Kyle and Mel Burns of Burns Blossom Farm - it’s a dream come true. Kyle had always enjoyed helping his mother in the garden. He even took ag classes in community...

Wild River Fruit: Growing Kiwi, Naturally

At Wild River Fruit, words like “sustainable” and “organic” aren’t just buzzwords; they’re a way of life. Wild River Fruit was founded by Gordon Noland over 60 years ago in...

New Clairvaux Vineyard: Rich History, Bright Future

The tale of New Clairvaux Vineyard reads a bit like a “who’s who” of California history. This historic winery’s past is rivaled only by its unique varietals and bright future.  New...

Gowan’s Heirloom Cider from Bud to Bottle

Nestled in the heart of Mendocino County, where rolling hills kiss the horizon and the air smells faintly of redwoods and ripe apples, Gowan's Heirloom Cider has been quietly crafting magic for over...

SingleThread Farm & Restaurant: Where Farming Meets Fine Dining

Nestled in the rolling hills of Sonoma County lies a place where the boundaries between farm and fine dining blur in the most exquisite way possible. Welcome to SingleThread Farm. This...

Holistic Agriculture Practices at Filigreen Biodynamic Farm

When you first step onto Filigreen Biodynamic Farm in Boonville, California, it doesn’t just feel alive – it feels like it’s breathing. There’s a pulse here, a hum beneath the rich Mendocino...

Amelia Ceja: Pioneering Diversity and Flavor in California Wine

Amelia Ceja, President of Ceja Vineyards, is a trailblazing figure in the California wine industry. She is celebrated as both an influential winemaker and a champion of cultural diversity in...

Growing Together: Cherry Bombe’s Women in Agriculture Panel

The Growing Together: Women in Agriculture panel at the recent Cherry Bombe Jubilee Wine Country, brought together five inspiring leaders in California agriculture and viticulture: Erin Raser of Far...

Lange Twins Winery: Generational, Sustainable Wines

At Lange Twins Family Winery and Vineyard, every decision is filtered through one lens - sustainability. It turns out the same choices that ensure the next generation’s future result in some...

Experience Lodi’s Most Unique White Wines at Acquiesce Winery

In a region famous for Zinfandel, Acquiesce Winery has made a name for itself by specializing in rare white varietals you’ve probably never heard of - but will never forget.  Acquiesce...

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