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Living it up Coachella Valley family’s fresh herbs have staying power.
27 Book reviews 37 Good for you 38 Ask a farmer 41 Now from Nationwide 42 Gardening 44 Take 5 46 It’s a bountiful life
12 Seasons of life
Winning photos showcase the variety of agricultural lifestyles in California.
18 Ready to lead
Vineyard workers take on new roles in Sonoma County.
28 ‘Better than we found it’
Award finalists seek to improve the land under their care.
32 Growing appreciation
Marketing expert builds support for farmers and ranchers.
Six new recipes to make in the new year
Vineyard workers take on leadership roles
Photo contest winners capture seasons of life
January/February 2024
ON THE COVER: Retired science
teacher Mike Reeske and his wife, Chris, aim to revive heirloom bean varieties. See Page 22.
Family HEIRLOOMS Couple grows rare bean varieties
Photo: David Poller
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