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Aunt Mary's avocado shrimp salad

August 25, 2010

Blackberry walnut streusel quick bread

August 25, 2010

Grilled pork chop with pomegranate molasses and butternut squash "hash"

August 25, 2010

Roasted butternut squash and raspberries

August 25, 2010

Trout with colored cauliflower

August 25, 2010

Uncle Charlie's avocado appetizers

August 25, 2010

Central Coast farmers showcase food and family

August 25, 2010

The counties from Monterey to Ventura feature an abundance of crops and products, including walnut oil, cauliflower and avocados.
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Fashions for the garden

August 25, 2010

See what's "in" for your garden.
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Going green

August 25, 2010

Farmers convert leftover products into renewable energy.
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Imagine this...

August 25, 2010

Young minds sparkle in their farm-inspired tales.
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It's crunch time

August 25, 2010

Glen Ikeda, the farmer, and Gwen Schoen, the foodie, discuss apples.
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Savoring the seasons along the Central Coast

August 25, 2010

Chef Tim Kilcoyne shares recipes highlighting the seasonal flavors of the Central Coast.
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Stay healthy: Avoid tick bites

August 25, 2010

You can take it with you

August 25, 2010

High-end meal components are just part of the draw at this San Francisco restaurant.
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Cactus crusader

August 12, 2010

Farmer grows a fan base for the prickly plant.
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Historic ranch offers a step and a sip back in time

August 6, 2010

Santa Margarita Ranch is a hidden jewel for those looking to escape in San Luis Obispo County.
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Over the moon for new ice cream

July 30, 2010

California farmer and artisan food maker develop a "spirited" partnership.
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Placer grown

July 30, 2010

Chefs and farmers team up for unique new cookbook.
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D'Arrigo "pancake syrup" salad

July 23, 2010

Andy Boy Produce

July 23, 2010

This Salinas Valley farm is putting a face on produce--literally!
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Giddy for goats

July 23, 2010

Goats--and goat cheese--are the star attractions at San Mateo County's only dairy.
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McShane's Nursery: Herbs

July 23, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery & Landscape Supply knows about herbs.
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Daisy lemongrass (pink margarita)

July 2, 2010

Express delivery

July 2, 2010

Former Sacramento chef searches for the best local produce for area restaurants.
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In the land of lemons

July 2, 2010

These California farmers and chefs are adding a little zest to your life!
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McShane's Nursery: Container gardening

July 2, 2010

Steve McShane discusses gardening in containers.
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Baked goat Brie with grilled Calimyrna figs

June 29, 2010

Chocolate crepes with port wine-infused Mission figs

June 29, 2010

Cowboy Church blueberry pancakes

June 29, 2010

Grilled Mission fig and beet salad

June 29, 2010

Syrah braised short ribs with grilled Brown Turkey figs

June 29, 2010

A feast for the eyes

June 29, 2010

Artist finds inspiration in fruits and vegetables
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Banking on heirloom seeds

June 29, 2010

The Seed Bank in Petaluma has more than 1,400 heirloom fruit, vegetable and flower seed varieties available.
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Blueberry bliss

June 29, 2010

Woman turns childhood dream into family business
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Finding flavor with figs

June 29, 2010

Experience figs in a truly spectacular way.
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Growing an appreciation for figs

June 29, 2010

Enthusiastic farmers are getting the word out about figs.
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Historic ranch offers a step and a sip back in time

June 29, 2010

Santa Margarita Ranch is a hidden jewel for those looking to escape in San Luis Obispo County.
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Hot stuff

June 29, 2010

Protect your plants from summer's sizzle
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Planning for progress

June 29, 2010

Farmers advocate transportation, energy projects with the least disruption to food production
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Stone fruit... nature's summertime sensation

June 29, 2010

Hot weather means it's time for stone fruit to take center stage at produce stands.
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Company finds success with customer-driven produce

June 25, 2010

Find out why big things are coming in small packages for some melon growers in Fresno County.
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Del Mar provides jobs, excitement for horse lovers

June 25, 2010

Every summer, thousands flock to the Del Mar racetrack in San Diego County.
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Farmer finds liquid gold in Contra Costa County

June 25, 2010

Roots in agriculture and a strong entrepreneurial spirit help a family business thrive.
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For an enterprising farmer, 'flowers say it all'

June 25, 2010

Brand Flowers is one of the leading cut flower and green nursery operations in California.
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Soil Born Farms

June 17, 2010

Kids enjoy a day on the farm—and a new generation of potential farmers learns about agriculture.
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McShane's Nursery: Hardscape

June 17, 2010

Steve McShane discusses hardscaping our gardens.
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Fancy Food Show

June 17, 2010

San Francisco event highlights what's new and what's hot in the culinary world.
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Berry good and ready for harvest!

June 17, 2010

From strawberries and raspberries to blueberries and blackberries, fresh California-grown berries are a healthy indulgence.
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Berry crêpes with ricotta and orange sauce

June 17, 2010

Berry crêpes with ricotta and orange sauce

June 17, 2010

Soil Born Farms

June 17, 2010

Kids enjoy a day on the farm—and a new generation of potential farmers learns about agriculture.
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McShane's Nursery: Hardscape

June 17, 2010

Steve McShane discusses hardscaping our gardens.
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Fancy Food Show

June 17, 2010

San Francisco event highlights what's new and what's hot in the culinary world.
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Berry good and ready for harvest!

June 17, 2010

From strawberries and raspberries to blueberries and blackberries, fresh California-grown berries are a healthy indulgence.
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Spicy Indian mustard greens and Spanish chorizo

June 10, 2010

Feeding skin from the outside in

June 10, 2010

Juice Beauty provides an organic solution to healthy skin.
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FOOD 101: What to eat for healthy skin

June 10, 2010

Going green!

June 10, 2010

Learn how the "superheroes of the vegetable world" are making a splash with chefs and consumers.
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Historic Napa cooking school offers a world of flavor

June 10, 2010

Take a trip inside the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in Napa.
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Honey panna cotta with candied zest

June 8, 2010

Roasted California chanterelle salad

June 8, 2010

Mad for mandarins!

June 3, 2010

Small citrus means big business for California farmers.
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Herbs 101

June 3, 2010

Herbs are among the easiest plants to grow. Here's how!
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Glen Ikeda: Leaf lettuce

June 3, 2010

Glen Ikeda, owner of Ikeda's California Country Market, talks about leaf lettuce.
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African-American vintners

June 3, 2010

Mac McDonald is the face, the voice and the personality of a new crop of farmers looking to make an impact in the world of winemaking.
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Family preserves an heirloom grain

May 28, 2010

Innovative marketing approach helps new generation build on family's farming legacy.
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Farming in the city

May 28, 2010

Volunteers transform a dumping ground into an urban oasis.
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Helping the honeybee

May 28, 2010

Beekeepers, farmers, ranchers, scientists and now even ice cream makers are working hard to get the word out about bees.
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McShane's Nursery: Birds and butterflies

May 28, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery & Landscape Supply discusses how to get our winged friends and beneficial insects into our gardens.
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Anticipating asparagus

May 6, 2010

A delta favorite is back—full of great taste, nutrition and culinary potential.
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Going all-out for asparagus

May 6, 2010

Glen Ikeda, the farmer, and Gwen Schoen, the foodie, discuss asparagus.
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Lemon Ladies

May 6, 2010

San Mateo County farm soars with a sour fruit!
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McShane's Nursery: Soil

May 6, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery & Landscape Supply has the remedy for your soil.
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When it comes to edible flowers...

May 6, 2010

After growing fresh, edible flowers for restaurants to use as a garnish, John Clemons is taking his beautiful blossoms to a new culinary level by turning them into candied treats.
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Spicy Indian mustard greens and Spanish chorizo

April 30, 2010

Feeding skin from the outside in

April 30, 2010

Juice Beauty provides an organic solution to healthy skin.
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FOOD 101: What to eat for healthy skin

April 30, 2010

Going green!

April 30, 2010

Learn how the "superheroes of the vegetable world" are making a splash with chefs and consumers.
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Historic Napa cooking school offers a world of flavor

April 30, 2010

Take a trip inside the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in Napa.
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Almond crusted salmon with strawberry demi-glace sauce

April 26, 2010

Classic chocolate-dipped strawberries with white and dark chocolate shavings

April 26, 2010

Strawberry and baby spinach salad with strawberry vinaigrette

April 26, 2010

Ag adventures

April 26, 2010

Follow one of California's many farm trails for food and fun.
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Bing bling: Cherry harvest sets the tone for spring

April 26, 2010

Glen Ikeda, the farmer, and Gwen Schoen, the foodie, discuss cherries and green beans.
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Cotton couture: Fashion starts at the farm

April 26, 2010

A premium fiber grown in California shows how good cotton can look—and feel.
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Cows mooove California students

April 26, 2010

Mobile Dairy Classroom brings cow to campus for hands-on learning.
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From garden to vase

April 26, 2010

Plant ornamentals next to the edibles to double the fun in your garden.
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From rusted to ready: Trio restores vintage tractor after years of neglect

April 26, 2010

With toil, sweat, teamwork and some paint, three young men in Lompoc shine with a 1937 Model A John Deere tractor.
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Keeping your kids healthy and fit

April 26, 2010

There's nothing more precious than your children. So it only makes sense to help guide them down a healthy path.
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Making it special with strawberries

April 26, 2010

Chef Alex Araizaga in the Santa Maria Valley has strawberries on the menu.
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Plant right: Why smart garden choices protect the environment

April 26, 2010

Farmers and gardeners are eradicating invasive plants and introducing attractive alternatives.
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Roll models: Rice farmer and sushi chef create unique partnership

April 26, 2010

In Sacramento, sushi chef Billy Ngo gets his most important ingredient from Yuba County farmer Michael Bosworth.
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Strawberry delight: Farm yields sweet fruit and a sense of family

April 26, 2010

The Gees emphasize the togetherness of family farming in Santa Maria.
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What's in your picnic basket?

April 26, 2010

Picnic faves from the California Country team.
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Roasted California chanterelle salad

April 23, 2010

Honey panna cotta with candied zest

April 23, 2010

African-American vintners

April 23, 2010

Mac McDonald is the face, the voice and the personality of a new crop of farmers looking to make an impact in the world of winemaking.
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Glen Ikeda: Leaf lettuce

April 23, 2010

Glen Ikeda, owner of Ikeda's California Country Market, talks about leaf lettuce.
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Herbs 101

April 23, 2010

Herbs are among the easiest plants to grow. Here's how!
Read More

Mad for mandarins!

April 23, 2010

Small citrus means big business for California farmers.
Read More

Family preserves an heirloom grain

April 15, 2010

Innovative marketing approach helps new generation build on family's farming legacy.
Read More

Farming in the city

April 15, 2010

Volunteers transform a dumping ground into an urban oasis.
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Helping the honeybee

April 15, 2010

Beekeepers, farmers, ranchers, scientists and now even ice cream makers are working hard to get the word out about bees.
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McShane's Nursery: Birds and butterflies

April 15, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery & Landscape Supply discusses how to get our winged friends and beneficial insects into our gardens.
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Say cheese, California-style

April 9, 2010

Americans love cheese, and nowhere is the love for the all-American dairy product more visible than in California.
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McShane's Nursery: Fertilizer

April 2, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery & Landscape Supply talks about fertilizer.
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Apple and endive salad with blue cheese and candied pecans

April 2, 2010

FOOD 101: Cheese 101

April 2, 2010

Judy Creighton, a cheese educator, teaches how to slow down and enjoy the variety of California cheeses.
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Coming out of the dark

April 2, 2010

Humble beginnings for this Rio Vista endive grower.
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Cheese Wrap Up: The big cheese

April 2, 2010

Find out why California is a favorite among chefs and cheese heads alike!
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Tuna salad with avocado, crispy won tons and Pixie tangerine dressing

March 3, 2010

How to brine your own corned beef

March 3, 2010

Roasted breast of chicken with Pixie tangerine, lavender honey and chipotle glaze

March 3, 2010

Warm Pixie tangerine pudding cake

March 3, 2010

Asparagus and crab salad with Pixie tangerine dressing

March 3, 2010

Planning for bountiful fruit and nuts

March 3, 2010

Go behind the scenes at Fowler Nurseries, a 100-year-old commercial tree nursery in the Sierra foothills, to learn some secrets for growing healthy trees and producing delicious fruit.
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A little 'Pixie magic'

March 3, 2010

How some family farmers turned a backyard fruit into a national success.
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Book review bonus: Gardeners' delight

March 3, 2010

As the weather warms up, farmers will tell you it's hard to resist the urge to plant. Check out these new garden books for home gardeners with the planting bug.
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Carmel Valley artisan makes an impression with leather

March 3, 2010

Bob Mattson makes saddles and maintains a link to ranching's past.
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Want to transform a sometimes tough piece of beef into the melt-in-your-mouth delicacy we now associate with St. Patrick's Day? You won't need the luck of the Irish to enjoy corned beef at home any time of year!
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Field of dreams: Teamwork turns rocky ravine into thriving family business

March 3, 2010

Kendall Farms in San Diego County is growing with "new, trendy and hot" cut flowers.
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Field of dreams: Teamwork turns rocky ravine into thriving family business

March 3, 2010

Kendall Farms in San Diego County is growing with "new, trendy and hot" cut flowers.
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Going all-out for asparagus

March 3, 2010

Glen Ikeda, the farmer, and Gwen Schoen, the foodie, discuss asparagus.
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Good eggs: California farmers focus on safe, affordable food

March 3, 2010

Siblings Eric Benson and Jill Benson follow in their grandfather's footsteps in the San Joaquin Valley.
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Perk it up with Pixies

March 3, 2010

Jamie West, executive chef of the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, uses Pixie tangerines and other local ingredients in his recipes.
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Picture this: Winning photos offer glimpses of rural California

March 3, 2010

Serious repercussions from ID theft

March 3, 2010

Take precautions to prevent and reduce the impact of identity theft.
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Tangerine treatments are ahhhh-inspiring

March 3, 2010

Ojai Valley Inn & Spa uses Pixie tangerines for body scrub treatments.
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The art of planting tomatoes

March 3, 2010

From seed or transplant, follow these steps for successful tomatoes this season.
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The history of citrus in California

March 3, 2010

Citrus crops triggered a different kind of gold rush in 1849, that is still going strong today.
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Feeding skin from the outside in

February 22, 2010

Juice Beauty provides an organic solution to healthy skin.
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FOOD 101: What to eat for healthy skin

February 18, 2010

Glen Ikeda: Winter squash

February 18, 2010

Glen Ikeda, owner of Ikeda's California Country Market, talks about winter squash.
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Roasted butternut squash salad

February 18, 2010

Broccolini

February 18, 2010

Steamed, sauteed or chopped, this vegetable is creating a buzz in kitchens all across the country.
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A spa for horses?

February 18, 2010

Premier animals get premier care at this Tuolumne County center.
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Fancy Food Show

February 11, 2010

San Francisco event highlights what's new and what's hot in the culinary world.
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Blossom Trail heralds springtime

February 11, 2010

The orchards on the Fresno County Blossom Trail explode into beautiful colors and fragrance.
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Historic Napa cooking school offers a world of flavor

February 11, 2010

Take a trip inside the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in Napa.
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Bittersweet chocolate clusters

February 11, 2010

Mocha truffles

February 11, 2010

Rising success

February 11, 2010

Acme Bread Company is one of the nation's foremost artisan bakeries, turning organic flour and a host of California-grown ingredients into more than 30 different types of bread.
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Community Supported Agriculture

February 4, 2010

'Subscription farming' connects consumers to the land.
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From white to wow!

February 4, 2010

Find out how California chefs are using the new purple, green and yellow cauliflower varieties to brighten up your plate.
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Unique vegetable thrives along California coast

February 4, 2010

John Giusti says he's proud to maintain his family's heritage of growing artichokes.
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Putting fruit to work

February 4, 2010

'FruitGuys' service tout a unique approach to healthy eating on the job.
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Baby crispy-fried artichokes

February 4, 2010

Farming for our future

January 29, 2010

The Leopold Conservation Award recognizes landowner achievements in voluntary conservation and public education.
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From hive to table

January 29, 2010

Unique farm tours provide tastes and truths about honey.
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Kids soar at international horse competition

January 29, 2010

Prestigious event teaches life skills and gives young equestrians an exhilarating rush.
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Peppers spice West Coast Basque cuisine

January 29, 2010

Be they red, yellow or orange, colored peppers are one of the rising stars of the food world.
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Coconut macaroons

January 29, 2010

Time to celebrate celery!

January 21, 2010

California farmers lead in the production of a vegetable that chefs say is surprisingly versatile.
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A treasure to savor

January 21, 2010

The creation of hoshigaki, a dried persimmon, is as much art, history and endurance as it is niche farming at its finest.
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Persimmon drop cookies

January 21, 2010

Persimmon bars

January 21, 2010

California farmers and chefs tout the sprout

January 21, 2010

Brussels sprouts are winning new admirers.
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Glen Ikeda: Brussels sprouts

January 21, 2010

Glen Ikeda, owner of Ikeda's California Country Market, talks about brussels sprouts.
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McShane's Nursery: Winter gardening

January 21, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery & Landscape Supply talks about how to plan and plant a winter garden.
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Farmer finds liquid gold in Contra Costa County

January 15, 2010

Roots in agriculture and a strong entrepreneurial spirit help a family business thrive.
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Great produce with a story behind it

January 15, 2010

From juice to pies, apples link families and neighbors.
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Putting the fun back in fungi!

January 15, 2010

Are you in the dark when it comes to mushrooms? Farmer Ian Garrone, who grows 70 varieties, is happy to tell you all about them.
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Glen Ikeda: Apples

January 15, 2010

Glen Ikeda, owner of Ikeda's California Country Market, talks about Golden Delicious, Sierra Beauty, Arkansas Black, Granny Smith, Fuji and Asian Pear apples.
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McShane's Nursery: Fruit tree pruning

January 15, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery & Landscape Supply talks about what to do for fruit trees during wintertime.
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A budding success on the Central Coast

January 7, 2010

Nothing warms the heart quite like the all-American rose.
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Gourmet greens

January 7, 2010

Tanimura and Antle, one of California's most highly respected farms, has become a leader in lettuce.
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Labor of love

January 7, 2010

Volunteers are putting in "quality time" at the Heidrick Ag History Center in Woodland, connecting visitors to the history of agriculture.
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New hopes for attracting large-animal vets

January 7, 2010

UC Davis program gives veterinary students valuable hands-on training.
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McShane's Nursery: Rose pruning

January 7, 2010

Steve McShane of McShane's Nursery and Landscape Supply demystifies how to prune roses.
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Putting fruit to work

January 4, 2010

'FruitGuys' service tout a unique approach to healthy eating on the job.
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The Farmer and the Foodie

January 4, 2010

Glen Ikeda, the farmer, and Gwen Schoen, the foodie, discuss winter squash.
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California's superfoods--and the farmers who grow them

January 4, 2010

Superfoods provide health benefits beyond meeting basic nutritional needs.
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Raisin growers find their place in the sun

January 4, 2010

Turning grapes into raisins is a sweet feat for California farmers.
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Cooking with raisins

January 4, 2010

Chef Alexander Ong uses raisins to add an intriguing taste and texture to his recipes.
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Planting seeds

January 4, 2010

Seed catalogs to help you dream about your summer garden during the winter.
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Diagnosis: Delicious! Chefs seek to cure bland hospital menus

January 4, 2010

With Farm Fresh meals, Stanford Hospital is providing healthy eating in the place that's supposed to make you better.
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Fondue

January 4, 2010

Giant Pop-Out Bugs

January 4, 2010

Uncommon Crochet

January 4, 2010

The Man Who Fed the World

January 4, 2010

The Backyard Lumberjack

January 4, 2010

Farming for our future

January 4, 2010

The Leopold Conservation Award recognizes landowner achievements in voluntary conservation and public education.
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Blogging on the range: Farmers embrace social media tools

January 4, 2010

Farmers and ranchers use online tools to bridge the gap between them and their consumers.
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Making the most of your health care benefits

January 4, 2010

Tips for making cost-effective use of your health insurance benefits while holding down out-of-pocket costs.
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Know your farmer, know your food

January 4, 2010

Acorn squash soup

January 4, 2010

Andy Boy Broccoli lemon fettuccini

January 4, 2010

Green papaya salad with raisins, lime and chile-garlic sauce

January 4, 2010

Egg salad with raisins and chile-lime dressing

January 4, 2010

Cauliflower with tribal salt, raisins and peppers

January 4, 2010

Betelnut raisin shandy

January 4, 2010

Baked raisin-stuffed apples

January 4, 2010

Farm Fresh chicken noodle soup

January 4, 2010

Oven-roasted grass-fed beef meatballs

January 4, 2010

Onion soup with rosemary

January 4, 2010

Family favorite salad dressing

January 4, 2010

Roasted beet soup

January 4, 2010

Roasted tomato soup with herbs

January 4, 2010

A spa for horses?

December 17, 2009

Premier animals get premier care at this Tuolumne County center.
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Beef 101

December 17, 2009

What to look for in a good cut of beef.
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History in a bottle

December 17, 2009

The Heringer family builds on a 140-year agricultural heritage in an emerging California wine region.
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Homegrown in Paso Robles

December 17, 2009

California family produces world-class olive oils.
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Asparagus salad with charred onion vinaigrette

December 17, 2009

African-American vintners

December 10, 2009

Mac McDonald is the face, the voice and the personality of a new crop of farmers looking to make an impact in the world of winemaking.
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Natural goodness boosts almond consumption

December 10, 2009

Each summer in California's great Central Valley, tiny earthquakes abound during the state's almond harvest.
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Fiber, friendliness make alpacas popular

December 10, 2009

For spinning and knitting, rugs and sweaters, alpacas produce a luxurious natural fiber.
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Hamburger Farm educates and entertains

December 10, 2009

Kids of all ages find out what goes into making the all-American meal at one special farm in the Central Valley.
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Pesto pioneers

December 3, 2009

Farmers provide year-round access to basil for pesto--and more.
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Cherimoyas: It's what's inside that counts

December 3, 2009

The cherimoya is a subtropical fruit with a custard-like texture and tropical flavor that grows in California.
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Time in a bottle

December 3, 2009

Ansley Coale describes the chain of events that brought about Germain-Robin, a distiller that just may make the finest brandy on the planet.
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Saddle maker

December 3, 2009

Bob Mattson makes saddles and maintains a link to ranching's past.
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'Tis the season

November 25, 2009

How to care for your farm-grown fresh Christmas tree
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Central California county produces a holiday staple

November 25, 2009

Merced County farmer Bob Weimer is only mildly surprised when he unearths an amazingly large sweet potato.
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Heirloom turkeys are making a comeback

November 25, 2009

Tim Diestel is getting heirloom turkeys on the table for Thanksgiving.
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Homegrown quality brings enduring success

November 25, 2009

Watsonville family maintains nearly 140-year tradition of apple juice and cider production.
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Grilled turkey breast on a ragu of sweet potato, corn and chanterelle mushroom

November 25, 2009

50-year apple cake

November 25, 2009

A subscription you can eat

November 19, 2009

Community Supported Agriculture delivers produce to your doorstep.
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California vinegar wins new customers

November 19, 2009

In today's computerized, technology-driven world, it's hard to believe we're still using products that were discovered more than 10,000 years ago.
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Don't pack a pest

November 19, 2009

While California travelers are settling in after a long trip, so too are a host of damaging pests, plants and diseases that have hitchhiked home with them.
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Pistachios: Farmers hope for big potential with little nut

November 19, 2009

The Nichols family, outside Fresno, are going nuts over pistachios.
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An affection for eggplant

November 12, 2009

Each year a Northern California community honors this valued veggie.
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The Ikeda family

November 12, 2009

In the Arroyo Grande Valley, Ikeda family farms the same ground that patriarch Juzo Ikeda farmed in the early 1920s.
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Urban legend: Winery that survived Prohibition thrives in downtown L.A.

November 12, 2009

A very special Southern California winery has lasted so long it is now one of the last urban wineries in the country.
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Fiber, friendliness make alpacas popular

November 5, 2009

For spinning and knitting, rugs and sweaters, alpacas produce a luxurious natural fiber.
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Gettin' figgy with it!

November 5, 2009

Fresno festival offers tributes and tastes of one of the oldest fruits around.
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Fit to be dried: Family farm turns fresh fruit into year-round treat

November 5, 2009

Vivian and Belle Martino of Bella Viva Orchards are the latest in their family to continue a long history of taking produce directly to the people.
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Fig, prosciutto and roquefort Pissaladiere

November 5, 2009

Stay safe by purchasing produce that is local and legal

November 3, 2009

Although a quick stop at a roadside stand may save time and money, it could also be harmful to one's health if those products were stolen from a farmer.
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Rodeo celebrates an Imperial Valley tradition

November 3, 2009

In the Imperial Valley, the Brawley Cattle Call Rodeo is a celebration of the area's Western tradition and the importance of the cattle industry to the local economy.
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Unique gifts in an unlikely place

November 3, 2009

Placer County Farm Supply in Newcastle has a gift for everyone on your holiday list.
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Vital questions families should consider

November 3, 2009

It's important not to lose sight of long-term financial needs, including life insurance.
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Hey, gorgeous! Persimmons liven up your holiday table

November 3, 2009

Fuyu and Hachiya persimmons are harvested October through December.
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Inspiration is just outside your door

November 3, 2009

Turn garden gleanings into centerpieces fit for a holiday or an everyday table.
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Oh Christmas tree! Couple finds year-round joy raising seasonal specialty

November 3, 2009

From farm to family: Growers donate fresh bounty to help those in need

November 3, 2009

Many people simply don't have access to fresh fruits and vegetables. California family farmers are helping to change that.
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How science influences what you eat

November 3, 2009

California researchers and farmers work together to develop better-tasting fruits, nuts and vegetables.
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The secrets to pairing meats with wine

November 3, 2009

Wine creates partnerships that harmonize and enhance to complement the food.
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Field training: Making the shift from combat to crops

November 3, 2009

Archi's Acres uses hydroponic technology to produce the farm's crops and provide a rehabilitation program for military veterans.
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Roast porchetta with farro and caponata

November 3, 2009

No-bake California fruitcake

November 3, 2009

Buttermilk fried chicken with whipped potatoes and braised greens

November 3, 2009

Grilled flatiron steak with roasted potatoes, sauteed spinach and chimichurri sauce

November 3, 2009

Pan roasted wild salmon with Umbrian lentil salad

November 3, 2009

Flower market provides smiles far and wide

October 29, 2009

While most of the city sleeps, San Francisco florists are up early to select fresh-cut flowers.
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Giddy for goat cheese in Shasta County

October 29, 2009

Handcrafted cheeses from North Valley Farms attract fans near and far.
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It's all about apples at Apple Hill

October 29, 2009

Festival celebrates a small fruit that plays a big role in California's economy.
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Saddle maker

October 29, 2009

Bob Mattson makes saddles and maintains a link to ranching's past.
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It's always tomato time

October 21, 2009

No matter what the calendar says, processing tomatoes from California are always ripe and in season!
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Herbs 101

October 21, 2009

Herbs are among the easiest plants to grow. Here's how!
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Taking it to the streets

October 21, 2009

Country-bred horses find work in city police units.
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Kids learn to cook from the ground up

October 21, 2009

One Sacramento woman has unlocked the secret to getting kids excited about eating healthy.
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St. Benoit Yogurt

October 15, 2009

Great cows make great yogurt at this unique artisan company.
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Time in a bottle

October 15, 2009

Ansley Coale describes the chain of events that brought about Germain-Robin, a distiller that just may make the finest brandy on the planet.
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October 15, 2009

Andaloussia Restaurant chef/owner Abdel Lahrach laughs when he says he knows a thing or two about what makes a great date--a great fresh date, that is.
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Cheesemaker's dream becomes reality

October 9, 2009

The seeds of John Fiscalini's success were planted long before he was born.
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Growing hope in Brentwood

October 9, 2009

Despite urban encroachment, this rural Bay Area community continues to thrive.
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Labor of love

October 9, 2009

Volunteers are putting in "quality time" at the Heidrick Ag History Center in Woodland, connecting visitors to the history of agriculture.
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Harnessing the power of superfoods at the grocery store

October 9, 2009

A dietitian tells how eating California-grown superfoods can help improve your health.
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Hawks sweet corn soup with roasted peppers and basil pistou

October 9, 2009

Peeling back the layers in an onion's life

October 2, 2009

Fresh, frozen, canned, pickled or dehydrated, they bring smiles to everyone who eats them.
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Retro tomatoes

October 2, 2009

Heirloom tomatoes are varieties that have been around for more than 50 years and have come back strong in recent years.
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Strawberry delight

October 2, 2009

One of nature's true gems shines in California.
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Unchained and undaunted

October 2, 2009

Greek family conquers oppression and plants vineyards in San Joaquin Valley.
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Signature salad with strawberries and blue cheese

June 19, 2009

The Fruit Guys

June 25, 2009

'Fruit Guys' tout a unique approach to healthy eating on the job
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Fragrant and flavorful

June 25, 2009

Herbs take center stage at this Solano County farm
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Fish tale

June 25, 2009

Kent SeaTech is the world's largest hybrid striped bass farm and California's largest fish farm
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Rice farmer transforms metal scraps into art

June 25, 2009

Richvale rice grower Dennis Lindberg is a creative artist who fashions birds and animals of all descriptions from parts in scrap piles found on the farm.
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Seared scallops with Meyer lemons and sunchoke puree

June 25, 2009

Community Supported Agriculture

September 17, 2009

'Subscription farming' connects consumers to the land.
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Legendary barbecue

September 17, 2009

Santa Maria style barbecue has a century and a half of history behind it.
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More to love about lavender

September 17, 2009

It's the sweet smell of success for a Capay Valley couple growing lavender for a living.
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The Great Pumpkin lives... in Half Moon Bay

September 17, 2009

Nobody celebrates the pumpkin better than the sleepy coastal town of Half Moon Bay.
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Cranberry almond pumpkin upside down cake

September 17, 2009

Warm lavender-rubbed duck breast

September 17, 2009

Small town forms the heart of pear country

September 10, 2009

The Sacramento Delta's pear district can boast to being the world's most extensive plantings of pears.
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Pear and arugula salad with candied walnuts

September 10, 2009

Unchained and undaunted

September 10, 2009

Greek family conquers oppression and plants vineyards in San Joaquin Valley.
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The little garden with big hopes

September 10, 2009

Sacramento's "WE Garden in Capitol Park" is the first edible garden at a state capitol in the country.
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Bon appetit!

September 3, 2009

Learn how folks in the Bay Area are getting farm-fresh, sustainable food from one of the largest catering companies in the world.
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Company finds success with customer-driven produce

September 3, 2009

Find out why big things are coming in small packages for some melon growers in Fresno County.
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Historic Napa cooking school offers a world of flavor

September 3, 2009

Take a trip inside the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in Napa.
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Savoring the heirlooms you can eat

September 3, 2009

What's old is new again as we take a bite out of summertime favorite.
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Heirloom tomato gazpacho

September 3, 2009

Heirloom tomato and summer bean salad

September 3, 2009

Putting the WOW in school lunches

August 28, 2009

A Southern California Farm to School program connects children with the farm, teaches about the environment and encourages healthy eating habits.
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A legacy of pears

August 28, 2009

Pear orchards planted in the Sacramento River delta have grown into a legacy for generations.
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Imagine this...

August 28, 2009

Students provide their perspective about how and why they appreciate agriculture.
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Spring forward

August 28, 2009

Prepare bulbs now for early flowers and indoor fun.
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Portraits of a new generation of farmers

August 28, 2009

California's young farmers and ranchers share the challenges and rewards of their profession.
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The Great Pumpkin lives... in Half Moon Bay

August 28, 2009

Nobody celebrates the pumpkin better than the sleepy coastal town of Half Moon Bay.
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Grapes... "De-vine" fruit!

August 28, 2009

Winegrapes, table grapes and raisins—enjoy different varieties and products of this popular fruit.
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Young chefs create culinary delights

August 28, 2009

Teenagers come into focus with Jr. Chef Central and cooking camps.
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Spicing it up

August 28, 2009

Sacramento's Grant High School measures the success of its student-run salsa business by how the teens are responding.
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4-H: Citizenship, leadership, life skills

August 28, 2009

Students take advantage of the opportunities California's 4-H Youth Development Program provides.
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Stress-less back to school

August 28, 2009

The little garden with big hopes

August 28, 2009

Sacramento's "WE Garden in Capitol Park" is the first edible garden at a state capitol in the country.
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Imagine this... Stories Inspired by Agriculture

August 28, 2009

Mountains and Molehills

August 28, 2009

Oh Say Can You Seed?

August 28, 2009

Green Black Red: Recipes for Cooking and Enjoying California Grapes

August 28, 2009

How to Raise Rabbits

August 28, 2009

Let's get cookin'

August 28, 2009

Students learn the craft of grafting... and other valuable skills

August 28, 2009

Pear crumble pie

August 28, 2009

Pear cake

August 28, 2009

Basil and tomato bread soup

August 28, 2009

Corn pudding with poblano chilies and Monterey Jack cheese

August 28, 2009

Zucchini frittatas with Pecorino cheese and chives

August 28, 2009

Fruit cobbler

August 28, 2009

Bartlett pear and spinach salad

August 28, 2009

Pear-raspberry jam

August 28, 2009

Skillet-cooked corn and bell peppers

August 28, 2009

A spa for horses?

August 27, 2009

Premier animals get premier care at this Tuolumne County center.
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Beef 101

August 27, 2009

What to look for in a good cut of beef.
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History in a bottle

August 27, 2009

The Heringer family builds on a 140-year agricultural heritage in an emerging California wine region.
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Homegrown in Paso Robles

August 27, 2009

California family produces world-class olive oils.
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Asparagus salad with charred onion vinaigrette

August 27, 2009

Beef au natural

August 20, 2009

Back in the old days, a steak was a steak but boy, how times have changed.
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Feelin' blue never tasted so good for one family farm

August 20, 2009

Meet the family that delights in touting the benefits of blueberries to consumers up and down the state.
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Green acres

August 20, 2009

Join a growing number of agritourists heading on some of California's roads less traveled to places like Perris (Riverside County), Samoa (Humboldt County) or Aberdeen (Inyo County).
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Living the American dream one stem at a time

August 20, 2009

Alfredo Hidalgo owns and operates one of San Diego County's most popular flower businesses.
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Oat crisps with blueberries and creme fraiche

August 20, 2009

Aromatic California crops help restaurants thrive

August 13, 2009

For some chefs, it's the smallest ingredient that makes the biggest difference—such as fresh herbs.
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Going nuts for a unique California product

August 13, 2009

A California farm family, an entrepreneur and a chef are proving you can celebrate the flavors of the season in a variety of ways--thanks to one little nut and one big idea!
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Growing from the heart

August 13, 2009

Ask Andy Mariani, and he'll tell you he's getting just what he wants from life.
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Nature's lawn mowers in action at Bay Area raceway

August 13, 2009

Don Watson calls them his wooly weeders. They're the sheep that "mow" the grass and weeds around the Bay Area's Infineon Raceway.
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Roasted beet salad

August 13, 2009

From hive to table

August 6, 2009

Unique farm tours provide tastes and truths about honey.
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Photographer's images connect rural, urban communities

August 6, 2009

Those who can't visit rural California can still see it, thanks to the work of a dedicated artist in San Mateo County.
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Striving for the perfect peach

August 6, 2009

What makes a great-tasting peach that chefs can't wait to get their hands on?
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The art of conservation

August 6, 2009

Aldo Leopold Conservation Award recognizes innovation and dedication.
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Coconut macaroons

August 6, 2009

A cherry a day

July 30, 2009

Placerville "U-pickers" get a taste of California at the American River Cherry Company, and it's just what the doctor ordered.
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Flower market provides smiles far and wide

July 30, 2009

Downtown San Francisco is almost always brimming with activity, but one time that it's quiet is when an unheralded part of the city shines.
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Museum highlights Salinas

July 30, 2009

Over the years, the Salinas Valley has had two great claims to fame--being one of California's most productive agricultural areas and being the home of acclaimed author John Steinbeck.
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Sheep cheesemakers credit destiny for their success

July 30, 2009

Bellwether Farms is an example of an old-fashioned success story.
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Farm transforms into classroom for city kids

July 23, 2009

Yolo County farm provides hands-on activities for students to learn about sustainable agriculture and natural resource conservation.
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Disappearing delicacy: The beloved Blenheim apricot is vanishing

July 23, 2009

Despite the odds, commercial growers of the Blenheim apricot say they will try to keep the Blenheim apricot from becoming extinct in the Golden State.
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From castle to cattle

July 23, 2009

Although the late William Randolph Hearst built a palatial hilltop estate, it was the ranchland just below that he truly cherished.
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San Diego restaurant provides fitting farm tribute

July 23, 2009

If you want big meals with the freshest and best ingredients, look no further than the Hash House a Go Go in San Diego.
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Great produce with a story behind it

July 16, 2009

From juice to pies, apples link families and neighbors.
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50-year apple cake

July 16, 2009

Saddle maker

July 16, 2009

Bob Mattson makes saddles and maintains a link to ranching's past.
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Pixie tangerines: the little fruit that could

July 16, 2009

How a family farmer turned a backyard fruit into a national success.
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Beef 101

July 16, 2009

What to look for in a good cut of beef.
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A date in the desert

July 10, 2009

Andaloussia Restaurant chef/owner Abdel Lahrach laughs when he says he knows a thing or two about what makes a great date--a great fresh date, that is.
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A subscription you can eat

July 10, 2009

Community Supported Agriculture delivers produce to your doorstep.
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Scentsational crop

July 10, 2009

Husband-and-wife team started their organic hobby farm from cuttings.
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Ravishing radish

July 2, 2009

With its odd shape and red or pink color, radishes are extremely easy to grow.
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Faith sustains state's last urban winery

July 2, 2009

One very special Southern California winery has lasted so long it has become the last urban winery in the country.
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Cheesemaker's dream becomes reality

July 2, 2009

The seeds of John Fiscalini's success were planted long before he was born.
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For an enterprising farmer, 'flowers say it all'

July 2, 2009

Brand Flowers is one of the leading cut flower and green nursery operations in California.
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The ABCs of ATVs

June 29, 2009

ATV training and safety are essential to managing these four-wheelers.
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Hot days yield delicious choices

June 29, 2009

Ahh, the long, hot days of summer are upon us, providing ideal conditions for a riot of fruits and vegetables. The biggest challenge is narrowing down which ones to have for dinner! Here are a few wonderful choices, so be adventurous.
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Hop culture

June 29, 2009

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Chico is home to one of the world's few "estate" beers, made from hops grown just a few feet from the company's brewhouse.
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Herbs 101

June 29, 2009

Herbs are among the easiest plants to grow. Here's how!
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Turning good wine into really great vinegar

June 29, 2009

Katz and Company takes their time to create Orleans-style vinegar in Solano County.
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Leaders in the world's salad bowl

June 29, 2009

Iceberg, romaine, green leaf, red leaf, butter lettuce and endive are just a few of the many vegetables that thrive in the Salinas Valley.
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Online Extra: Look who's reading California Country!

June 29, 2009

Young Farmers & Ranchers across the nation learn about the bounty of the Golden State from California Country.
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Sciabica's Olive Oil

June 29, 2009

Although many Americans have heard about the myriad benefits of olive oil by now, they may not know that some of the best olive oil is being produced here in the Golden State.
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The benefits of grazing

June 29, 2009

Cattle grazing, and other good range management practices, can add greatly to the health and vitality of California's native landscape.
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The house that rice built

June 29, 2009

Using a waste product, helping the environment to create a beautiful home.
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Caesar salad with rock shrimp croutons and pepitas

June 29, 2009

Heirloom tomato and summer corn salad

June 29, 2009

Placer County nectarine lettuce cups

June 29, 2009

Roasted beet and iceberg wedge

June 29, 2009

The sweet smell of success

June 26, 2009

All you have to do is follow your nose and it will lead you to the Stinking Rose--A Garlic Restaurant, one of San Francisco's most unique and entertaining restaurants.
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Nursery thrives thanks to the fruits of their labor

June 26, 2009

Dave Wilson Nursery is the nation's largest wholesale grower of fruit trees for the home gardener.
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Mandarin madness

June 26, 2009

From milkshakes to mouthwatering meals, from olive oils to lotions and soaps, there's almost no limit to what you can do with mandarins.
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Baby crispy-fried artichokes

June 26, 2009

Peeling back the layers in an onion's life

June 19, 2009

Fresh, frozen, canned, pickled or dehydrated, they bring smiles to everyone who eats them.
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Retro tomatoes

June 19, 2009

Heirloom tomatoes are varieties that have been around for more than 50 years and have come back strong in recent years.
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Strawberry delight

June 19, 2009

One of nature's true gems shines in California.
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Unchained and undaunted

June 19, 2009

Greek family conquers oppression and plants vineyards in San Joaquin Valley.
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Signature salad with strawberries and blue cheese

June 19, 2009

The Fruit Guys

June 12, 2009

'Fruit Guys' tout a unique approach to healthy eating on the job
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Fragrant and flavorful

June 12, 2009

Herbs take center stage at this Solano County farm
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Fish tale

June 12, 2009

Kent SeaTech is the world's largest hybrid striped bass farm and California's largest fish farm
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Rice farmer transforms metal scraps into art

June 12, 2009

Richvale rice grower Dennis Lindberg is a creative artist who fashions birds and animals of all descriptions from parts in scrap piles found on the farm.
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Seared scallops with Meyer lemons and sunchoke puree

June 12, 2009

Homegrown in Paso Robles

June 5, 2009

California family produces world-class olive oils.
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Cherries jubilee

June 5, 2009

The Olson family happily preserves their 110-year-old farm in city's center.
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A bounty of beans-and more

June 5, 2009

Hobby turns into thriving U-pick farm.
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Center of bee-ing

June 5, 2009

Wooten's Golden Queens breed and ship 35,000 queen bees to beekeepers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
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Asparagus salad with charred onion vinaigrette

June 5, 2009

African-American vintners

May 29, 2009

Mac McDonald is the face, the voice and the personality of a new crop of farmers looking to make an impact in the world of winemaking.
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Natural goodness boosts almond consumption

May 29, 2009

Each summer in California's great Central Valley, tiny earthquakes abound during the state's almond harvest.
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Fiber, friendliness make alpacas popular

May 29, 2009

For spinning and knitting, rugs and sweaters, alpacas produce a luxurious natural fiber.
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Hamburger Farm educates and entertains

May 29, 2009

Kids of all ages find out what goes into making the all-American meal at one special farm in the Central Valley.
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Pesto pioneers

May 22, 2009

Farmers provide year-round access to basil for pesto--and more.
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Cherimoyas: It's what's inside that counts

May 22, 2009

The cherimoya is a subtropical fruit with a custard-like texture and tropical flavor that grows in California.
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Time in a bottle

May 22, 2009

Ansley Coale describes the chain of events that brought about Germain-Robin, a distiller that just may make the finest brandy on the planet.
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An honest day's work

May 22, 2009

Farrier and horses connect with more than just shoe and nail.
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50-Year Apple Cake

May 22, 2009