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August 18, 2026

Farmer talks sprouts, philanthropy

Bontadelli Farms hard at work after successful growing season.

Bargetto Winery releases 2014 'La Vita' blend

June 10 marked the 17th annual release of Bargetto Winery’s “La Vita” wine.

Sambrailo Packaging opens agricultural supply store

Agricultural packaging company Sambrailo Packaging has opened a new agriculture supply store at its packing and receiving location in Watsonville.

What the buzz is all about

During the winter of 2006-2007, beekeepers across the country began noticing a steep decline in bee populations.

National Ag Day Luncheon to be held March 14

The Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau in conjunction with the organization, Agri-Culture, will again host the National Agriculture Day Spring Luncheon.

Organization supports farmworker families

Ann López’s humanitarian journey began through her own education.

Keeping the tradition alive

Walking through a rose garden, it can be hard to resist bending down to take a whiff of at least one flower.

Embracing a new approach to wildlife control

When an animal is spotted by humans in the wild, it is often an exciting and awe-inspiring moment. Many of us are intrigued by wild animals — from grazing deer to stealthy mountain lions. If taught right, we know how to interact with them, keeping our distance and respecting their behavior.

Event benefits Farm Discovery at Live Earth

“Pollinate!”, a farm to table, flower to table event, will be held Sept. 23 as Farm Discovery at Live Earth’s ninth annual farm dinner. It will feature local chefs, farmers, artisans and winemakers, celebrating the abundance of fruit and vegetable crops grown in the Santa Cruz area.

Monterey County heritage hog sells for $33K

Gonzales High School FFA Chapter President and Monterey Bay Sectional Reporter Samantha Santos, who was selected as the Monterey County Fair’s 2017 Heritage Scholarship winner, auctioned off two hogs Sept. 2 at the fair, one of which — the heritage hog — sold for more than $33,000.
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Victor E. Rugh III

Feb. 28, 1942 - July 28, 2026Watsonville, CAVictor E. Rugh III, age 84, of Elgin, Illinois, passed on to his eternal home on July...

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