As fourth-generation growers, we know the importance of leaving something for the generations that follow. We are always staying abreast of new developments regarding food safety, using organic practices, and integrating pest management to reduce our carbon footprint.
New Plantings and crop rotations are integral to the renewability of the orchard. There is a major benefit in both when trying to conserve the natural resources and minerals within the soil, water table, native foliage, and wildlife.
In an effort to try to be as sustainable as possible, we utilize many different strategies on our farms. We have multiple beehives on our property to increase the natural bee population, not only of our own orchards, but also for the wellbeing of the wildflowers and plants around us.
We use Mother Nature's natural design and resources to sustain all facets of our farms. Ponds strategically placed throughout our orchards provide many benefits. While our main use for them is to provide water for irrigation, they also contribute to the biodiversity of the orchard. Fish, insects, and algae create their own additional complete ecosystem.