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San Joaquin Wine Company: Great Wines at a Great Price

San Joaquin Wine Company:  This Central Valley winery is committed to producing great wines at a great price. If you’ve spent much time in the Golden State, you probably know that the...

The Central Valley – A Great Place for Farming in California

In October (which also happens to be California Farmer and Farmworker Month) we took a group of California Grown Creators on a tour of California’s Central Valley – a top spot for farming in...

What Do Fossils and Farms Have in Common? Visit the Fossil Discovery Center

Why are fossils so often found on farms? Let’s visit the Fossil Discovery Center to learn more! The San Joaquin Valley is some of the most fertile, productive farmland in the world. It also...

The Vineyard: Casual Dining in the Heart of California

Looking for casual dining along the 99? The Vineyard is an iconic Madera restaurant that’s been in business for over 40 years! California’s State Route 99 extends from south of Bakersfield...

Sweet Thistle Farms: A Central Valley Flower Farm, Pumpkin Patch & More!

Sweet Thistle Farms: How one Central Valley farmer is sharing her love of locally grown goods with the community. How did Sweet Thistle Farms get started? As a fifth-generation California...

What Is The Western Growers Center For Innovation And Technology In Agriculture

The Western Growers Center for Innovation and Technology is a non-profit organization located in Salinas, California that aims to drive innovation and technological advancement in the agriculture...

Trelio Food & Wine; Serving The Best Of California In Clovis

On a recent agricultural tour of the San Joaquin Valley, our California Grown Creators had the chance to dine at Trelio Food & Wine . This restaurant is truly serving the best of California,...

Portola Hotel & Spa – One of the Best Hotels in Monterey

Californians love a good road trip. So it’s no surprise that Monterey County gets more than 3 million visitors a year. From Fisherman's Wharf and the Monterey Bay Aquarium to hiking, golfing, and...

Highly Likely Café Serves Up Fun, Fresh + Local Food

Los Angeles is known for its movie stars, great beaches, and perfect weather. It also happens to have one of the best restaurant scenes in the U.S., and arguably the world. With respect to good...

Quady Wines; Creating Exceptional Wines in Madera

Our team of California Grown Creators recently visited Quady Winery located in Madera, California where the wines are delicious expressions of the fruit-filled San Joaquin Valley. Quady Winery...

Scheid Family Wines: Leading the Way in Sustainable Winemaking

Scott Scheid, CEO of Scheid Family Wines, explains how the Scheid family became a leader in sustainable winemaking. How did Scheid Family Wines get started? Scheid Family Wines has always...

Passionfish: This Monterey Seafood Restaurant is Making a Difference, One Order at a Time

This restaurant’s passion for sustainable Monterey seafood has helped to create change across the industry. Passionfish is a small seafood eatery with a big reputation. The Pacific Grove...

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