Not every farmer is a winegrower, but every winegrower is a farmer. Not every winegrower is a winemaker, however, the Caraccioli family is all of these. We had the chance to meet winemaker Scott Caraccioli of Caraccioli Cellars to learn more about the family business and about what makes their wine so special. Their family

Meet Tim Baloian, CEO of Baloian Farms. Even after 50+ years in the family business, he’s still in love with “the miracle of farming”. From a young age, third generation farmer Tim Baloian knew that farming was his destiny. “I loved the action, the hustle and bustle,” Tim recalls, “I always wanted to contribute to

You may have heard of the Farm Bureau, but do you know what it is and what it does for American agriculture and farming families? The Farm Bureau plays a role in shaping agricultural policy, advocating for farmers, and providing support and resources to its members. What is the Farm Bureau? This national nonprofit organization

We all know that decorating with flowers can elevate the mood and brighten a home, but have you ever thought about decorating your cakes, cookies, and cocktails with cut flowers too? You can elevate even the simplest of recipes to spectacular results with just the addition of a few strategically placed blooms. Many varieties of

When you think of organic pest control, “bug vacuum” probably doesn’t come to mind. But that’s one of the very clever tools Lakeside Organics, the country’s largest grower of organic produce, employs. We recently had the chance to visit with owner/farmer Dick Peixoto to learn how lettuce is grown at his farm in the Pajaro

Workforce development programs and scholarships are just two of the ways that the California Farmworker Foundation aims to provide farmworkers with a path to economic mobility.  We often share statistics citing how California is responsible for an immense amount of the nation’s food supply. The Golden State produces two-thirds of the Nation’s fruits and nuts,

This holiday Salad with Citrus and Toasted Walnut Vinaigrette is a bright and vibrant side dish that is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Every single bite of this holiday salad is loaded with flavor and lots of texture too! With three types of broiled and fresh citrus, a luscious turmeric yogurt

Recipes with wild rice are great any time of year, but they’re especially good during the colder months. Wild rice from California is a more nutritious alternative to other grains because it isn’t really a grain at all, it’s actually a semi-aquatic grass! The history of growing wild rice in California It’s no secret that

This indulgently moist Kiwi Bread from our friend Kate Ramos at ¡Hola! Jalapeño! gets its ultra-soft crumb from avocado and kiwifruit puree. Loaded with healthy fats and a boost of superfood vitamins. Using avocado in place of some of the fat makes this bread healthier but also more delicate. From Kate: I’m not a nativ

Just in time for summer, we are sharing over 25 of the best recipes for red, white and blue desserts on the internet! From tarts to no-churn ice cream, there is truly something for everyone represented here. Check out these recipes for a patriotic 4th of July dessert menu! Healthy Patriotic Popsicles Fresh summer berries

This easy recipe for rice pudding is made with creamy homemade pistachio milk and wild rice. Free of refined sugars, this rice pudding has a flavor profile that is pleasantly nutty and rich without being cloyingly sweet! Because this recipe is perfect for breakfast or dessert, this protein packed, plant-based rice pudding is the perfect

It is hard to improve upon the classic BLT, but we think our Ultimate California Grown BLT Sandwich has a good chance of stealing your heart forever! From it’s luscious eggplant bacon weave to its grilled asparagus and pistachio pesto this BLT will have you declaring love at first bite. Every BLT sandwich needs a