Open Farm Days celebrates local agriculture with record turnout across SLO County
FARMstead ED’s fifth annual event showcased over 50 farms, kicked off with marketplace in Paso Roble…
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Hambly Farms hosts final lavender bloom weekend with sweet farewell
San Miguel destination ends record season Aug. 2–3 with U‑Pick bouquets, keepsake moments, and free Leo Leo Gelato for guests SAN MIGUEL — Lavender season is coming to a close earlier than expected at Hambly Farms, and the Central Coast destination is inviting visitors to celebrate the final bloo…
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Dusi family celebrates 100 years of winemaking
Five generations of the Dusi clan continue to honor tradition, sustainability, and innovation PASO R…
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Hambly Farms honored as SLO County Farm Bureau’s 2024 'Business of the Year'
Award celebrates the farm’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, community involvement, and crafts…
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Experience the bloom at Hambly Lavender Farms
August is an ideal time to visit Hambly Lavender Farms, as the lavender fields are in full bloom PASO ROBLES — Hambly Lavender Farms, situat…
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Salinas Valley Fair celebrating 80th year
Country duo Maddie & Tae to perform Saturday, May 18 KING CITY — The Salinas Valley Fair will be celebrating the 80th annual Salinas Valley …
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San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau announces new Executive Director
Long time county resident, Shandon cattle rancher and attorney Paul Clark succeeds Brent Burchett SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Paul Clark, long …
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Miller Moth Ranch anticipates 150 newborn goats, invites visitors for educational tours
Visitors also encouraged to explore the on-site Historical Almond Springs Agri-Tourism Center SAN MIGUEL — The local fifth-generation Miller…
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Growers look to higher prices for walnuts
Removal of India’s 20 percent retaliatory tariff expected to improve access to export market for California walnuts By Ching Lee California …
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Farmers join study on curbing water use
They partnered with University of California and Delta Conservancy to study different aspects of water conservation By Christine Souza Calif…
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Prune farmers worry about overplanting
As price of almonds and walnuts goes down in recent years, growers remove more of those trees for prunes By Ching Lee California Farm Bureau…
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As one insurance bill becomes law, a bigger fix awaits
Governor signed legislation to improve insurance options for people who struggled to access coverage after wildfires By Caleb Hampton Califo…
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Rural land grab in Solano County prompts hearing
Concerns rise over farmland acquisitions in Solano County amidst growing threats to California agriculture By Ching Lee California Farm Bure…
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Organic farmers consider wish list for 2023 Farm Bill
Organic farmers say they're feeling left out of agriculture legislation By Ching Lee California Farm Bureau Federation CALIFORNIA — As Congr…
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Holloway Agriculture campaign to enhance road safety for harvest workers
Drivers urged to use caution while driving through ag regions busy with harvest crews and equipment NORTH COUNTY — In preparation for the up…
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County agriculture exceeds $1 billion for the third time in history
Strawberries remain top agricultural commodity in county despite $42 million decline from 2021 SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Despite some decline…
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USDA to hear proposals on federal milk pricing system
California adopted USDA’s milk pricing and pooling system in 2018, becoming the 11th federal milk marketing order in the nation By Ching Lee…
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Cattle and dairy operations preserving land and natural resources
Cattle operation uses grazing to reduce fire dangers; organic dairy uses composting to conserve water By Ching Lee California Farm Bureau Fe…
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Melon growers hail crop despite its delay
Cool temperatures and wet fields affect harvest of watermelons, cantaloupes, and honeydews By Christine Souza California Farm Bureau Federat…
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Hambly Farms bids farewell to lavender U-pick season while unveiling new lavender oil
Lavender went from bud to break in record time brought on by the high temperatures NORTH COUNTY — As we say goodbye to the 2023 lavender U-P…
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