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The Cubre Family – Farming in the San Joaquin Valley since 1927

The Cubre family has been farming in the San Joaquin Valley for four generations. Nick Cubre, who is a 4th generation farmer, currently runs the farm with his father Tony. They grow peaches, prunes,...

Apple-picking Adventures and Pie Perfection: A Day at Gizdich Ranch in Watsonville

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Watsonville, California, there's a place that puts joy into the hearts of visitors of all ages. Gizdich Ranch, a delightful family-owned orchard and bakery,...

Heringer Estates Winery: Why Sustainability Matters

Heringer Estates is a sustainable family-owned winery that’s been part of the Sacramento community for six generations. The Heringer family has been farming in Clarksburg, a small town outside...

How Pincushion Protea Flowers Are Grown in California

With their striking colors, intricate forms, and eye-catching textures, pincushion protea flowers are an extraordinary addition to any floral arrangement. These captivating blooms, known for their...

Séka Hills: the story of one tribe’s foray into farming

At Séka Hills, traditional Native American values are at the core of their commitment to sustainable agriculture. https://youtu.be/yj3mUE7_u0I Séka Hills Olive Mill and Tasting Room is...

Urban Farming in a Food Desert: Three Sisters Gardens

Three Sisters Gardens is creating urban farms in an unlikely food desert, one abandoned lot at a time. https://youtu.be/4YgvtuK-600 Three Sisters Gardens is championing urban farming in...

Old Town Temecula’s Best Smelling Gift Shop

Find Sweet Smelling Gifts at Temecula Lavender Co. Jan Schneider started planting lavender on her small farm in Temecula when she was on maternity leave. She was looking for something to fill...

Fairfield Farms: An Organic Avocado + Blueberry Farm

At this avocado and blueberry farm, growing organic produce is a labor of love. Southern California is famous for sandy beaches, surfers and movie stars. What most people don’t realize is that...

The Best Olive Oil Tasting at Temecula Olive Oil Company

In the heart of Southern California is the Olive View Ranch. The ranch offers a lush and fertile landscape that creates an idyllic haven for the Temecula Olive Oil Company. The captivating allure of...

Bee Sweet Citrus: Four Decades of Innovation and Excellence

Forty years ago, Bee Sweet Citrus was a two-man operation out of a small shed. Today, they’re an industry leader with a new high-tech production facility. If you’ve traveled northbound on...

Freemark Abbey – A Legacy of Trailblazing

Freemark Abbey is one of the most storied wineries in Napa Valley. It was also founded by one of the first female winemakers in California, Josephine Tychson in 1886. , Freemark’s wines are...

Chimney Rock: This Diverse Team Produces Exceptional Wines

Diversity and inclusivity might not be the first adjectives that come to mind when discussing the wine industry. Chimney Rock Estate is turning that stereotype on its head.  What comes to...

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