People Rafael Garcia and his family, with 1 full-time and 1 part-time employee Farmland 4.5 acres in Pajaro, 93 miles to the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market About Rafael Garcia was raised in Michoacán, Mexico, where his family grew corn and beans along with raising cattle. Rafael first developed his knowledge of agriculture through learning from […]
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The state of California is by far the leading supplier of strawberries in the US, producing about 83% of our country’s crop. The industry began here in the late 19th century when a variety called “Banner” was developed; production has since grown as new varieties are bred, new technologies become available, and people demand more […]
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A sweeter and lower acid variety.
We spoke to Curtis Lucero of Lucero Organic Farms and Poli Yerena of Yerena Farms about their strawberries, shoppers’ most frequently asked questions, and the best ways to eat and store their delicious fruits.