lake county food guide 2011

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Lake CountyFood Guide


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WHY A LOCAL FOOD PRODUCER GUIDE?The purpose of this food guide is to invite your participation insupporting and expanding our local food system and to make healthyfoods more easily accessible to everyone in our community. It is notintended to be an exhaustive compilation of food resources, but tohighlight Lake County's rich tapestry of agriculture as one of its keyassets.

The food guide is part of a countywide effort to promote "Eat Fresh-Buy Lake County Grown" by encouraging all residents to buylocal first. Look for promotional messages on barmers at localFanners' Markets, in newspaper articles featuring local fanners, thewebsite URL to order produce online wwwl.akeCOlmtyGrowncom,and among restaurants and other institutions who supportpurchasing local produce.

Because of the focus on increasing local sales, the guide is beingdistributed primarily within Lake County and features foodproducers currently engaged in local sales. The absence of detailedinformation about Lake County's large-scale fanning operations isnot intended to diminish their very important contributions to ourcommunity and economy. Please take a few minutes to read the briefoverview of their history and local role on pages 12 and 13 .

A secondary purpose of the guide is to promote healthy foodchoices. Eating widely from the array of fruit, vegetables and treenuts available from local growers contributes to individual health aswell as the health of our economy.

Food is a basic essential of life, the more local food we produce andconsume the more we bolster our health, local food availability andfood security. Again, the information on any of these topics is notintended to be exhaustive but to elevate awareness and stimulateinterest.

We are grateful to all the growers who took the time to provideinformation as well as those entities mentioned elsewhere in the guide. Although the editorsworked diligently to locate and verify information, we acknowledge this food guide is a firstedition and may not be flawless.


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TABLE OF CONTENTSAcknowledgments .FOO


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l\CI(NOWLEDGMENTSvVe acknowledge the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) for funding thatenabled printing and mass distribution of this food guide. This funding was part of a CDFAspecialty crop block grant to increase production and consumption of specialty crops in ourcommunity. Specialty crops include fruit, vegetables and tree nuts.

We acknowledge the California Endowment for funding the food assessment that enabled usto lay the groundwork for this food guide by collecting information on local food availability,with particular emphasis on locally grown farm products. California Endowment funds werepart of a collaborative obesity prevention project.We acknowledge our local farmers for the invaluable role they play in supporting the economicwell-being of our community as well as the unique contribution they make to personal healththrough the bounty of nutritious, delicious foods that they grow. They labor long and hardunder unpredictable weather conditions, with little recognition. The food guide is an effort tohighlight the essential contribution they make to our community. We encourage everyonewho eats food to buy local first, and to become an advocate for local food by requesting that itbe made available wherever food is served or purchased. Get to know your local fanners andparticipate in our deb agricultural heritage,

We acknowledge all those who playa part in our local food system in some way-all theindividuals, organizations and institutions who process, package, distribute, transport,buy, sell, serve, promote, market, educate, develop food policies and programs, coordinatecommunity food events, and/or endeavor to ensure healthy food access and sufficiency. Thefood guide celebrates healthy food and is a tribute to all the hands and hearts that join ingrowing our local food economy.

We also acknowledge all who have made a contribution to this food guide by sharing ideas,participating in discussion, providing intormation, writing, organizing, editing, printing,distributing, and lending expertise and support, A special thanks to Jackie Armstrong forher primary role in formatting and arranging ilie template for print, Another special thanksto County of Lake Department ofHealth Services for their leadership role in administratingthe CDFA grant and the health safety net they provide to the community.

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7 Reasons toWriteYour Own Prescription for HealthFOOD AS NATURE'S PHARMACY

The best predictor of Iong term weight management is fiberinrake. Thelarger the waist girth., the higher the risk for cardiovascular disease andcertain cancers. The gene-Tallpopulation eats ornJly ! third to half of thedaily recommendations for fiber. Aim, for 35-40 grmns daily,Frequent consumption of rusts protects against heart disease, Variousstudies show that eating nuts at Ieast : 5 times aweek can lower yom riskofheartattack by 3S'jO.I:)0 50%. Walnuts Welle among the first nuts studiedfor their health benefits and continue to be a nutritional superstar.Vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussel's sprouts, greeJ.'l!.leafy vegetables, citrus fruits and other vitamin C-lich fruit and vegetablesare protecaive against strokes.

4,. People who eat more than 3 servings of whole grains daily have a mowerrisk of dying from any disease compared to those who eat less thanhalf aserving per day.Studies conducted by the American Cancer Society show that a higherintake of fruit and vegetables (at least 5 servings daily) Iowers probabilityof dyiIlig hom any disease.Aoc.orrling to national Healthy People 20m baseline data for creating Ll.S.health goals, only 28% of those age 2 and older eat at least 2 servings offrufutda:iJly;only 8% get a dark green leafy or orange vegetable daily; andonly 7% get:3 servmgs of whole graiI1!Sdaily. Consider these statistics ill.light of the diseases that people are dying from every day and it becomesimmediately evident that people me not talking advantage of all the healthprotections available to us T I l l food.According to the California fIeallih Indicators Survey ~CHIS), fewer thanhalf (43%) of Lake County adults are eating :5 servings of frult andvegetables daily. And only 2r,lo of Lake County adultsare at a healthyweight .. lake County children appear to be doing better, in that 62%aIreeating 5 servings oHruit and vegetables daily, However, these statisticsdo notindicate whether these servings include green leafy or orangevegetables, which are generally uncommon in children's food intake. Oneof rhe key predictors of whether a child will become overweight is havingan overweight parent. Current childhood obesity prevention efforts focuson creating environmeuts that support making healthy food choices andbeing active. This has led to national efforts such as FanID to School,Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food, am! Michelle Obama's 'Obesityprevention campaign.

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WHY SUPPORT LOCAL FOOD PRODUCERS Farm-direct food is fresher and retains mope nutritional benefit because fewer nutrientsare

lost in transport time, Farm-direet food contrtbutesto Eood safety because the buyers know the source of their

food, Supporting local agliculture ensures that Iarmland will be preserved andconrributes to IDe

beauty of our nacurakrural Iendseape, Strengthening our local food system increases the likelihood of food availability during

emergencies when outside connections may be disrupted. Buying illocilly groW1[land value added foods helps Lake County food producers stay in the

business of feeding us. On avemge, fanners receive only lO-cents, of each dollar we spendon food with theremainjng SO-cents going to processing, packagillg, transportation andadvertismg,

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spend it,spent atstore,If e:ve.r:ycnsignificant'i pact on OUl: ec . example, increasing Iocal S0~ln1more than dou the local effect from $2

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HOW TO SUPPORT LOCAL FOOD PRODUCERS Buy ~ocillY-gImvnfoods each week at:

FarmersMarkets Farms andFarm Stands Local Online Marketplaces Local Retail Outlets

Ask your groOCly store to sell locally-grov-vn foods.

Eat at restaurants where locally-grownfoods are sewed.

Voice your interest by encouraginglocal restaurants, schools, markets,hospitals to offer Iocal rood products.

Encourage school food service staff to keep building their Farm to School program.

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VVHERETOBUYLOCALPRODUCTSThere are a number ofways to meet local fanners and food producers, learn about what theydo and why it's important to East Fresh, BuyLake County Grown.

CERTIFIED FARMERS' MARKETSwww.1akecountyfannersflnest.org

Redbud ParkJune thru Aug.Fli.5:00-8:00 p.m.SeptemberFri.5:00-7:00 p.m.

SteeleWinery LibraryParkMay thru Oct. June thru Oct.

Sat. 8:30a.m.-Noon Wed 4:00-7:00 p.rn.

See Farm&ood Producer Listings for contact information.SEASONAL FARM STANDS

CLEARlAKE KELSEYVIllE AREA UPPERIAKEJaguar Gardens Nursery Hanson Ranch Rancho de la Fuente Saecho StrawberriesMa Greer Farm Renker Family Farm SeelyFarm Stand

Loasa Farms/Dorn ineyards

ON SITE SALESBYAPPOINTMENTCLEARlAKE KELSEYVILLE AREA SCOTIS VAIlEY

Hrutky'S EggRanch 3GFamilv Farm Elderbroc Farm Jaguar GardensBioFann Full Moon Farm Nursery

Buckley Ranch Leonardis Organics Rockn M RanchMain Street Bakery

TOURS BYAPPOINTMENT

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ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLEFOR LOCAL FOODS&OOD PRODUCTS

www.LakeCountyGrown.comwww.lakeCountyGrowIl.comis an online marketplace for all locally-grown fresh food andvalue added products. Membership isnot required. Ordering from lakeCountyGrown.comhelps build and support our community and preserves our precious agricultural land for thefuture. Shopping at this virtual market isE-A-S-Y. E- Enter the online marketplace.

A-Access the website's widevariety ofproducts and place yourorder by 5p.m. Sunday.

S- Select your payment option.Orders are emailed to the growersonMonday and harvested onTuesday.

y-Youpick up your farm-fresh purchases from 4 to 7p.m. onTuesday at lVlt.KonoctiGrowers, 2550 BigValleyRd., Finley. More pick-up sites are in development.

For more information call (707) 263-0911or go to vvww.lakeCountyGroV'lIl.COm.

www.Lakct.to-Op.orgThe lake County Community Co-op is a member owned cooperative that features an onlineordering system (FOODS) for its members. Members can purchase a variety of organicproduce from local growers; local and regional value added products (baked goods, oils, seavegetables, grains, and more); a weekly modified CSA (community supported agriculture)box filled with mixed vegetables and fruit sourced from lake County farms first, regionalfarms second, and through an organic distributor third.

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The ordering cycle is open from Sunday throughTuesday. Deliveries are on Thursday at over tendrop point locations throughout the county.The Co-op also sponsors community gardens, amonthly education series and the Friday NightFanners' Market in Clearlake, June through. September.For more information call (707) 993-4270 or goto ww\v.lakeco-op.org.

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RETAIL OUTLETSSOUTHCOUNTY KELSEYVILLE NORTHEAST NORTHWEST

Earth Goods Dadiing'sVitamins Foods Etc, Bruno's FoodsHardester's Cobb jomi's Market We Care Nutrition Lake View Market

HaTdesteI'sHidclenVly Olivilla'sOrganics Nature's O'Nll Nature's Food CenterHardester's Mt\ViL"l RfuvieraFoods Oak's Red &:VVbiIJe Northshore Sentry

We Care Nutrition

now TO RECOGNIZE LOCALLY-GROWN FOODS PROCESSEDOUTSIDE OIFLAKECOUNTY

Many of Lake Ccunzy's Iarger fanning operations sell their crops to food packaging orprocessing facilities outside of Lake County because producrion exceeds local marketcapacity. Those foods (primill'lly peru:sand walnuts) often come back to' the county underlabels that onllyidentify the Iocation of the prooessor, not the g::n.'ower.Because these largelocalgrowers deserveyour support asmuch as the. smaller growe.rs,.we encourage you to Iookfor canned, packagedand frozen foods processed by purchasers of Lake County agriculturalproducts under labels such as Libby's, Seneca, Stokley's and Diamond Walnuts.

RETAIL LOCATIONS FOR LOCALLY-PRODUCED lFOODSBruno's SaveMart 355 Lakeport Blvd. Lakeport (707) 263-7337

Darlings Vitamin Connection 3965 Maim, St. IKelseyvilie P07) 278-


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ANNUAL FOOD EVENTSKELSEYVIllE OLIVE FESTIVAL

InMarch, II a.m, to 5p.rn.5625 Gaddy Lane, Kelseyville

www.kelseyvilleolivefestival.com.Tours, samples, cooking demos, olive pit spittingcontest, recipe contest, poster contest, arts andcrafts, For more information, call (107) 279~0483.

STEELE WINES HARVEST FESTIVALSecond weekend in October4350 Thomas Drive, Kelseyville

www.steelewines.cornAnnual festival famous for its grape-stomping competitionfor kids and adults, as well as its Vineyard Run for Literacy.Livemusicians, vendor booths, fine arts, crafts, unique gifts;4~HBBQ,Sat &: Sun; BoyScout Pancake Breakfast on Sun.

For more information, call (107) 279~9475.

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KELSEYVILLE PEAR FESTIVALLast Saturday inSeptemberDowntown Kelseyville

www.kelseyvillepearfestival.comParade, quilt &;fine arts show, children'sactivities, arts &: crafts booths, Pear

Pavilion, livemusic, food, antique tractorand unique engine exhibit.

For more information, call (107) 279~9022.

LAKE COUNTY FAIRLabor DayWeekend

401Martin Street, Lakeportwwwlakecountyfair.com

The Lake County Fair features a variety of liveentertainment, art, textile, contests, landscape andother exhibits, carnival, food, livestock shows.For more information, call (107) 263~618l

Did you know the Greeks loved pears somuchthat Homer refers to them inThe Odyssey.

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LAKE COUNTY'S AGRICULTURAL HERITAGEThe original Porno, Lake Miwok, and Wappo peoples thrived on the bounty of acorns, berries,roots, fish and game by hunting and gathering. Salvadore Vallejo brought the first herds ofhorses and cattle to his Kelseyville land grant in 1839. At the time, their hides and tallow weremore important than the meat.European settlers who moved to Lake County following theGold Rush in 1849practiced subsistence-level agriculturebased on dally and livestock Anderson Marsh was a farm,dairy and cattle ranch from 1855until the late 1960's. Inthe1870's, crops were expanded to include wheat, wine grapes,hops, walnuts, "Blue Lake" green beans and pears. The mostimportant crops in early Lake County were grains and hay. Fruit cops came just in time tosolve the problem of soil exhaustion.The first pear trees were planted in the 1880sand some orchards founded by the Holdenreids in1890 are still in production farmed by cousin Diane Henderson. 1932was an all time high forBartlett pears with a total of 7,295 bearing acres. (Mt. Konocti Growers crew below in 1930.)

1960~1980 2010Tons per acre 13~15 16.69Cost per acre to grow $1,000 $3,000Price per ton $80-$187 $421

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD EXPORTSWhile focus of this gui:de is on increasing local production and consumption of Lake Countyspecialty crops, It would be an enormous, oversight not 'itomentton how much ourcommunitybenefits from larger fanning operattons (wine; grop.'"s,peals, walnuts, wild rice, etc.) that selltheir crops outside Lake County because production exceeds local market capacity.In agriculture, as In most environments, diversity is a good thing, Small mrrnil lng operationsoffer access to fjeM..fresh produce and entrepreneurial opportunities, Large farming operatieuscreate jobs and bring outside revenue into the county,To put Lake County'sfanrung commu rrity intoperspect ive the 2008 AgCommissioner'seropreport indicated there were12.,897 acres in production; 35 in vegetable crops,

and 60 III nurseryprodu cti oa,

2,650 In walnuts 2 :,208 in pears, and!

Cropsby Acreage,I,,

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Vegetables &INursery

.IPears

Wille Grapes 8,004 ill wine grapes.In terms of estimatedrevenue, to' the county, $219,767Vegetables

and $5,714,193 Nursery $1,2:48;000Walnuts $15,50B,753Pears

Crops by Dollar Value Vegetables &.

I N L J n ' 1 > e ry Walnl!Jts

.IPears $34,226,955 Wine.'Grapes

Another $4,BO,639 wasgenerated by livestock andpoultry producers and fieldand seed crops.It's important to' remember that exported local crops often come,back 1 : 0 ' the county. Every MIand winter, you can ifillnd!cully and Adobe: Creek pears at SaIDe:way,ma])y local walnut growerssell their crops teoDiamond Walnutswhtch are sold. inmost gmoery stores, and Indian Harvestrice mixes lliay contain locally groi11.Lake County Wild Rice. Local pears may also be foundIn Seneca and Libby canned pears an d fruit cocktail, Please;support these volume gmwe.rs bylooking for labels that buy lake Ccuutyerops,

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERSAs previously mentioned, this food guide is not intended to be an exhaustive compilation,but to highlight Lake County's rich agricultural tapestry as one of its key assets.

2BEEGARDEN FARMArmenian cucumbers, beets, bok choy,herbs, melons, Rainbow Chard.Growing Practice: Natural fanners whoutilize organic practices, but choose not tobecome "Certified" organic.Available at Lakeport or KelseyvilleFanners Markets(707) 263~5430www.LakeCountyGrown.com3GFAMILY FARMNigerian Dwarf goats, goat milkAvailable at the farm,9120 Kelsey Creek Dr.,Kelseyville(707) 277~On6www.Sgfamilyfarm.com

ADOBE CREEK PACKING CO.Boxed pears and packing shed toursavailable july-August by appointment.4825 Loasa Dr., Kelseyville(707) 279~4204

BARBER'SCOUNTRYFARMOn hiatus in 2011. The farm will be back inproduction in 2012with summer and wintervegetables, melons, and organic nursery.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable in 2012 at the Fanners Markets,on the farm by appointment, or theOnline Market:www.Lakec.o-Op.orgEmail: [email protected] Laue Coun ty 's Local Food Guide

BARRETT FARMSClucky Plucky Poultryincluding eggs, chicken,game fowl, pheasant andturkey.Growing Practice: Certified Organic(707) 263~4211www.barrettfarms.corn

BIOFARMSummer and winter vegetables, seasonalfruits and walnuts.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable at the farm by appointment orthe Online Markets:www.Lakec.ouuryc-rown.comwww.Lakec.o-Op.org(707) 695-7705Email: biofannrocketmail.com

BUKINGHAM HERBSFRUIT &NUTSOranges, nectarines, plums, walnuts, herbsand seasonal vegetables.Growing Practice: Pesticide &: spray free.Available at Kelseyville Farmers Marketor Online Market:www.Lakec.o-Op.org(707) 279-4690BUCKLEYRANCH =-.-::.Livestock and ~----------------,packaged ground beef.Available at the ranch.3155Soda BayRd., Lakeport(707) 849-6764Email: pbuckireemyway.com

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERSCEAGO VINEGARDEN

Figs, herbs, kiwis, olives, olive oil,table grapes, walnuts. Showcasefor biodynamic agriculture,Tours by appointment.5115E. Hwy 20, Nice(107) 274-1462www.Ceago.comCHACEWATER OLIVE MILLOlives and Olive OilMillservices.Tours by appointment,5625 Gaddy LaneKelseyville(107) 279-2995www.chacewaterwines.com

CLARK'S FAMILY FARMSeasonal vegetables,Growing Practice: Natural, farmers whoutilize organic practices, but choose notto become "Certified" organic.Available at Clearlake, Kelseyville, andLakeport Farmers Markets, or Onlinewww.LakeCountyGrown.com.(107) 279-4343Email: Clarksfamilyfru:[email protected]

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CLOVER CREEK FARMApples and plums.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable at selected markets.Email: [email protected]

COW MTN KIKa GOATSSeasonal vegetables, berries, flowers, goatvegetation management.Tours by appointment.(107) 262-1577www.cmkikogoats.com

DANCING TREEPEOPLE FARMSeasonal vegetables, walnuts, herbs, peaches,and persimmons. Tours by appointment.Growing Practice: Certified Organic andPermaculture Certified.Available Online:www.LakeCo-Op.orgwww.LakeCountyGrown.comWW'vv.ancingtreepeople. com1445 Pitney Lane,Upper Lake(107) 275-8890

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERS

ELDERBROC FARMMelons (cantaloupe, ambrosia, varioushoneydew, galia, yellow w atennelons),green beans, canning and fresh marketpeaches, roasting peppers.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable at thefann by appointment only.5250 Davis Dr.Lakeport(707) 262~0l72Email: [email protected]

F&:GFARMSummer and winter vegetables, Asian pears,blackberries, figs, herbs, table grapes.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable at Kelseyville Fanners Market,(707) 279~6020

FULL MOON FARMSeasonal vegetables (lettuce, kale, tomatoes,cucumbers, winter and summer squash,potatoes and more, apples (6 varieties),melons, O'Henry peaches, walnuts.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable at Kelseyville or LakeportFanners Markets, at the farm byappointment, or Online Marketwww.LakeCountyGrown.com2000 Smith Lane, Kelseyville(707) 245~5779

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GBARGRANCHSpecialty pears and gourmet gift packs.Growing Practices: Certified Organicand Conventional.Available at Foods, Etc. and by mail order.(707) 279~1910

GLO'S GLEE GARDENSummer vegetables, including heirloomtomatoes, apricots, chard/kale/arugula mix,cherries, figs, herbs, horseradish, melons,nuts, okra, peaches, pears, persimmons,plums, pomegranates, potatoes, raspberries.Growing Practice: Certified Organic.Available at Kelseyville Farmers Market.(707) 987~2888

HANSON RANCH &:FARM STAND

Apples (Gravenstein), melons, peaches,pears (Asian, Star Crimson, MountainBartlett), tomatoes, walnuts.Available at seasonal farm stand.,August -December: 9 a.m.-6 p.rn, or Onlinewww.LalzeCountyGrown.com.3360 Merritt Rd.Kelseyville(707) 279~4761www.hansonfamilyranch.com

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERSHOPS MEISTER

Fresh and driedpellet hops,seasonalvegetables,almonds, Asianpears, walnuts,watermelon.

Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable at Clearlake Farmers Market, orOnline Markets:www.LakeCountyGrown.com.www.Lakec.o-Op.org(415) 828~3087www.hopsmeister.com

HRUTKY'S EGG RANCHEggs. Tours by appointment.Available at the ranch 8a.m. to 3p.m. onTuesday and Saturday.2750 Old Hwy 53, Clearlake(707) 994~2317

HUE DE LAROQUE FARMSeasonal vegetables, apricots, Asian pears,

peaches, plums, tablegrapes, melons,watermelon, jams,jellies, pickles.Growing Practice:Certified OrganicAvailable at KelseyvilleFarmers Market,Seely's Farm Stand,Hardester's Market, or

Online Market at www.Lakec'o-Op.org(707) 998~4832vvw.grannyjams.com

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IRENE FARMVariety of summer vegetables, and wintergreens.Growing Practice: Organic in Practice(not certified)Available in Community SupportAgriculture boxes Online Market:www.LakeCo-Op.org16625Rose St., Lower Lake(707) 994~4899

JAGUAR GARDENS NURSERYAnnuals, perennials, nursery stock, beddingand landscape plants, trees.Available at Kelseyville Farmers Market,seasonal farm stand, and at the nurselYby appointment.

12921MurphySprings Rd.,Lower Lake(707) 995~5218or 350~1l92

LAKEADDED VALUEAGRICULTURE-LAVA

The LAVACenteris dedicated toproviding servicesand a facility toadd value to theagriculturalproducts ofLake

County and surrounding areas. Productsinclude relishes, chutneys, fruit spreads,fruit inwine, pickled vegetables, flavoredwalnuts.Available at Lakeport or Kelseyville FarmersMarkets, or Online Marketwww.LakeCountyGrown.com.(707) 35~3907www.TheI.AVACenter.com

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERSLEONARDIS ORGANICSSeasonal vegetables, flowers, fruit and walnuts.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicPick-your-own by appointment.Available at _ ature's Bounty or Onlinewww.LakeCo-Op.org,1010Argonaut Rd,Lakeport(107) 483,4004Email: [email protected]

LOASA FARMS/DORNVINEYARDSSeasonal fruits and vegetables,chestnuts, Flame Seedlessgrapes, olive oilGrowing Practice: Natural,

L_ _ fanners who utilize organicpractices, but choose not to become "Certified"organic.Available at Kelseyville Fanners Market,seasonal farm stand August thru October orOnline Market, www.LakeCountyGrown.com5645 SodaBayRd., Kelseyville(107) 279,4330http://loasaoliveoil.blogspot.com

LOVE FARMSLettuce and otherseasonal vegetables,goat meat, nectarines,peaches, plums.Growing Practice:Natural farmers who utilize organic practices,but choose not to become "Certified" organic.Available at the farm by appointment, Nature'sFood Center, Kelseyville Farmers Market, orOnline Markets www.LakeCountyGrown.com;www.Lake Co-Op.org8025 Hwy 175,Kelseyville(107) 349,7880www.Lovel-arms.net18 Laue COUllty'S L ocal F ood Guide

MAGREERFARMSummer and wintervegetables includingbeets, cabbage, garlic,turnips.

Growing Practice: Natural, farmers whoutilize organic practices, but choose not tobecome "Certified" organic.Available at Seasonal farm stand May thruOctober, 10am. to 5 p.m. Wed-Sun5990 KelseyCreek Rd., Kelseyville(107) 279,1560Email: pattygreerwatt.netMAIN STREET BAKERYOrganic French and country style breadsand roils, baked sweets.Available at Kelseyville and LakeportFanners Markets, Seely'sFarm Stand,Grinder's Steep, Riviera Foods, Nature'sFood Center, Laket'.o-Op.org, and thebakery 8:30 a.m. to 1p.m. Thur., Fri. and Sat.3928Main Street, Kelseyville(707) 245,4558

MORGAN VALLEYPRODUCTSBasil, beets, bell peppers, cucumbers,gladiolas, melons, onions, snap beans,squash, strawberries, tomatoes, award-winning tomato salsas, herbs.Growing Practice: Pesticide and spray free.Available at Kelseyville Farmers Market.(107) 994,5043www.soccorasalsa.com

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERSMT.KONOCTIGROWERSPears by the box.Shed tours byappointment.

August thru first week in September.2550 BigValleyRd., Kelseyville(707) 279~4213

OOPS RANCHBreeding stock usually for sale year round.Farm tours by appointment.4980 Konocti Rd., Kelseyville(707)279~8n7or 2n~5059

PICKLE MANJams, jellies, peppers, pickles, table grapes.Available at Clearlake Farmers Market,Red &:;White Market, Pear Festival andDickens Fair.(707) 998~4600.

POE ORCHARDS &:PASTURESDry-land pasture grass hay, alfalfa hay andwalnuts.Growing Practice: Certified OrganicAvailable onsite by appointment,Kelseyville and Lakeport FarmersMarkets.6850 Scotts Valley Rd., Lakeport(707) 263~7561

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RANCHO DELAFUENTESeasonal vegetables, apples, melons,nectarines, peaches, persimmons, plums,watermelon.Available at seasonal farm stand.2290 Soda BayRd., Lakeport(707) 263~3160www.ranchweddingsevents.com

R.B.LANDRUM'S HONEY

Seasonal vegetables, wild-harvested honey.Available at Kelseyville&;Lakeport FarmersMarkets, Seely's Farm Stand, Nature's FoodCenter, John's Market, Olivia's Organics,Lakeshore Feed &;Grain, Kindred Spirits,

(707) 995~0260

RENKER FAMILY FARMSeasonal vegetables, apples, apricots,berries, cherries, melon, nuts (hazelnut,pecan, pistachio, walnuts), peaches, pears,persimmons, plums, pomegranates, tablegrapes, strawberries,Growing Practice: ConventionalAvailable at seasonal farm stand June toNovember from 7 a.m, to 7p.m.2297Argonaut Rd., Kelseyville(707) 279~4409

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERSROCKN M FARMApples, apricots, Asian pears, cherries,

nectarines, peaches,persimmons, plums,pomegranates, tablegrapes, strawberries.Growing Practice:Natural, farmers who

utilize organic practices, but choose notto become "Certified" organic.(707) 263~3391

ROCKN M RANCH

All natural, horrnone and antibiotic freeeggs, beef, goat, lamb, pork.Available at the ranch.18795Grange Rd., Middletown(707) 987~9682www.rockn-m-ranch.com

SAECHO STRAWBERRIESStrawberries.Available at seasonal farm stand.935E.Hwy 20, Upper Lake(707) 275~9033

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SCOTT'S MINI FARMEggs.Available at the farm by appointment,6300A Scotts ValleyRd., Lakeport(707) 263~1266

SCULLY PACKING CO.Pears.3275Stone Dr., Finely(707) 263~7327

SEELY FARM STANDFamily farmstand inoperation forover 30 yearsfeatures wide.variety oflocal fruit andvegetables

including apples, greens, melons, peaches,pears, squash, tomatoes, herbs and flowers.Also features locally produced eggs, goatcheeses, honey, jams, jellies, artisan breads.Pick your own herbs and bouquets.Growing practice: CombinationOpen 9 a.m. to 6p.m. from Memorial Daythrough mid-November, Also available atKelseyville Farmers Market or Online Market,www.LakeCountyGrown.com.80 E.Hwy 20, Upper Lake(707) 275~0525 (May-Nov)Email: seelystandrnchsi.com

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LAKE COUNTY FOOD PRODUCERSSIX SIGMA RANCH

All natural grass fed beef and lamb.Growing Practice: TransitionalPlease call to get on waiting list.1332Spruce Grove Rd., Lower Lake(707) 994~4068www.SixSigmaRanch.com

SKYHOYTSPECIALTY GROWERSeasonal vegetables, strawberries, melons,garlic, tomatoes (Brandywine, modem), figs,winter squash, rare fig plants.Growing Practice: CombinationAvailable at Kelseyville Farmers Market,Seely's Farm Stand, or Online Market:www.Lakec.ounty'Grown.com.2650 Waldo Lane, Lakeport(707) 279~0859 or (866) SKY~HOYTEmail: [email protected]

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SUENRAM RANCHSeasonal vegetables, pomegranates, melons,eggs.Available Online Market:www.LakeCountyGrown.com(707) 279~4580

WILDCAT BEESWildflower honey.Available at Kelseyville&LakeportFarmers Markets.(707)279~4571

WISE ACRES FARMSeasonal vegetables, melons, specialtytomatoes.Available at the farm.19118Comstock Ct., Middletown(707) 987~0421

YERBASANTA DAIRYSoft, semi-soft and my aged goat cheesesmade from pasteurized and raw milk.Growing Practice: Natural, fanners whoutilize organic practices, but choose not tobecome "Certified" organic.Available at Kelseyville and LakeportFarmers Markets, ature's Food Center,Bruno's, Seely's Farm StandTel: (707) 263~8131www.yerbasantadairy.com

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GROWING PRACTICE DEFINITIONST he folIow i.ng b rief definitions are provided as an in troduction to the topic of grow ing practices. W e are [ortu-n ate that all o f our local farm ers are carefu l about their g row ing rn .cthods. T he b est w ay to expan d. you rIow w ledge is to talk w ith local fan ners.

COMBINATION: Grower uses set ofpractices not adequately described by conventionalor organic. Grower may use both conventional and organic practices.

CONVENTIONAL: Conventional fanningrefers to anundefined group ofgrowing practicesthat may varywidely depending on crop, location,season and grower preference.Typical conventional priorities include absence ofpest and disease damage, low production cost,excellent appearance, absence ofmicrobecontamination and resistance to post-harvestdecay.

ORGANIC: Organic fanning refers to practices thatcomply with the National Organic Program ( OP).Farmers who follow NOP and register with the stateare allowed to sell their produce as organic. "CertifiedOrganic" requires documentation to prove NOPcompliance.The philosophical basis oforganic farming centers onutilizing natural biological processes and prohibits useofsynthetic fertilizers, and pesticides. Pesticides listedfor organic production are non-synthetic and intendedto cause the least ecological disruption.

BIODYNAMIC employs organic growingpractices that emphasize the total farm as aholistic organism in which most fertilizers andanimal food are produced on the farm itself.

TRANSITIONAL: Engaged in a 3'yearprocess to become "Certified Organic."

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SEASONAL HARVEST GUIDEand the.farmer's y"",r1y deEerminatiDI"~sto which crops will return a sufficient income to sustain the following year's crop.

MAR APR l\.1AY JUNE JL'ilY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC J A N FEBCARROTS

BEETS, CABBAGE, CAULIFLOWER, STRAWBERRlES OLIVESPLUMS GRAPES, I(]VVl,SQUASHBlACKBERRJES WALNUTS

MEIDNS, PEARSCHARD, COllARDS, HER&S, LEEKS, RADISHES, WRNIPS

BASIL, POTATOES PERSIMMONSBROCCOLI, KALE BEANS, CUCm,ffiERS, PEPPERS, TOMATOES BROCCOLI,. KAL!E

PEAS PEACHES, PEAS~ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~

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LOCAL RESOURCES FOR GROWERSLake County Dept. of Agricultme883Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport(107) 263~0217www.lakecountyag.com/commissioner

Lake County Farm Bureau65 Soda BayRd., Lakeport(707) 263~0911www.lakecofb.com

Local Food Roundtable1st Thursday each month at 3PMwww.lakecountyfooclgroupsite.com

Mendocino College-s-Lake Campus1005Parallel Drive, Lakeport(707) 263~4944www.mendocino.eduTransition Lake County(707) 279~2957 or 928~0l59www.transitionlakecounty.org

UC Davis Cooperative Extension883Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport(707) 263~6838Heep:l/celake.ucdavis.edu

Yuba College-Clearlake Campus15880 Dam Road Ext., Clearlake(707) 995~7900www.yccdedu/clearlake

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Farmer and Neighbor Land Use Conflicts C s tSolutions, Land se Issues, Guide to Orchardand Vineyard Operations, Water se Issues.

Annual equipment, pesticide and worker safetyworkshops; Irrigated Agricultural LandsPrograms,

Member-driven information exchange andpublic forum for local agricultural issues ofinterest.

Plant Pest and Disease Management, PlantPropagation, Soils and Fertility Management,ursery Practices

Local sustainable community network includesLocal Farmer Group, Seed Group and onlineeducational resources.

Master Gardeners, Fruits C s t Nuts, UnmanagedApple and Pear Orchard Outreach Program,Integrated Pest Management, Livestock andRange Management, ANR Safety Notes, 4H.

Principles of Plant Science, Fertilizers and Plantutrition, Introduction to Soils, Principles of

Pest Management, Introduction to SustainableAgriculture, Pesticide Applicator Certificate.

Above: Growers' Panel at 2010 Local Foods ForumLeft: Oct. 2010 'Growing Our Local Food Economy.'

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COOKING &, FOOD PRESERVj_L\TION CLASSES

CHIC LECHEF18983Hartmann Rd., Hidden ValleyLake(107) 987~9664lAKE COUNTY HUNGER TASKFORCE(707) 277~9227

Culinary Demonstration Classes, Hands OnClasses, Cooking Parties, Teen&;KidClasses

Calming classes in August or early September;locations valy.

LO\NER LAKEHIGH SCHOOL CULINARY Elective high school classes focusing on theARTS CLASSES(Students only) basics ofcooking and nutrition.(707) 994~6471SU RISESPECIAL SERVICES4634 E. Hwy 20, Nice(707) 274~9121l'UBA COLLEGE-CLEARLAKE CAt\llP S15880Dam Rd. Ext., Clearlake(707) 995~7900www.yccd.edu/clearlake

Cooking classes for adults and families atvarious locations throughout the county.

Basic Food Preparation, Professional Baking,Sanitation, Safety/Storage, Advanced Foodsand Catering, Food Service Operation andManagement.

iVHY EAT FOODS I SEASON Youget superior flavor and nutrition when produce is fresh from the field or orchard.

Many foods only retain peak flavor for a few days after picking or when they ripen ona tree. Most people, including children, think they don't like vegetables because theyhave never tasted really fresh varieties that are grown for flavor rather than storage,transport or handling.

It strengthens OUT economy when you buy from local producers. Agriculture jobshave a high multiplier effect (see page 6) which means the money stays in Lake County.

Local farmers are our best guarantee for food security. We are relatively isolatedgeographically. Adisaster anywhere in California could interrupt our food supplyfor weeks or even months.

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Farm to School programs connect schools (K-12) and local farms with the objectives of servinghealthy meals in school cafeterias, improving student nutrition, providing agriculture, healthand nutrition education opportunities and supporting local and regional farmers. The National

Farm to School Network sprouted from a desire to support communitybased food systems, strengthen family farms, and improve student healthby reducing childhood obesity. Each Farm to School program is shapedby its unique community.Most of LakeCounty's school districts are in the process ofgrowingFarm to School programs that reflectindividual community interests andresources. In addition towinter squashsoup and home-made pesto pizzas

(using local basil and fresh veggies), KelseyvilleUnifiedSchool District sends baskets oflocal apples, pears and

zucchini bread to elementary schoolclassrooms (top left) with the help ofPTO volunteers. Cobb Elementary School volunteers recentlyresurrected their salad bar and 30-year-old school garden. KonoctiUnified's local produce purchasing tripled during the 2010-11school-year. Cobb and Lakeport'S school districts (top right and lower left)participated in the First Lady's 2011Hea lth y R ec ip es fa r K i.d s competition.Recipes are posted online at www.lakehln.org.School district purchasing is a very important component of studenthealth and the sustainability of our local food economy.

FARM TO SCHOOL

SCHOOL GARDENSDuling the last century, school gardenswere often created as ahands-onextension ofscience programs. In the21st century, the same gardens havebecome aVelY effective way to teachstudents, accustomed to prepared andfast foods, how to grow and preparefresh produce aswell as to highlightnutritional value and how good "fresh"tastes, thanks to dedicated staff andvolunteers.

Cobb Mtn. ElementaryLower Lake High SchoolRiviera Elementary

Kelseyville ElementaryMinnie Cannon Elementary

pper Lake Elementary

Lower Lake ElementaryMtn,View Middle SchoolUpper Lake High School

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CHILD NUTRITION ACTThe Healthy, Hunger- Free Kids Act aims to make school foods more nutritious and expandthe reach oflunches and dinners to thousands of children. 11key points of the law are:

Reimbursement increasesfor nutritional school meals. for school meals and snacks.

Federal funds for local foodand Farm to School.

Nutrition standards for non-cafeteria foods sold on campus.

Free and reduced-pricemeals in high poverty areas.

Water must be availableand free during meals.

Grants for causes andconsequences ofhunger.

Performance bonuses for highbreastfeeding rates.

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Funds for fitness andnutrition education.

Programs to influence healthychoices at a young age.

Automatic free meal eligibilityfor foster children.



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GARDENS ts: EMERGENCY FOOD RESOURCESGARDENS

Highlands Senior Ctr.3245 Bowers St.Clearlake(707) 994~ 3051

Lake County HungerTask Force Garden(707) 2Tl ~9227

Lakeport Senior Ctr;51]KonoctiLakeport(107) 263A2I8

Phyllis Kelsey21080 LoconomiMiddletown(707) 490~2497

Lucerne Flow GardenH",,"Y20 &: Bih S 1 : .Lucerne(107) 174- ~2T10

Methodist Church12487The PlazaClearlake Oaks(707) 998;m67

Lloyd P. Hance15lliO MgonalJl1: Rd.Kelseyville(107) 2Tl~9227

(107) 994~5148

(107) 994-4213 6:00prnw 6:30pm12:00 pm to12:30pm

(707) 994.-{i618 Tuesday and Thursday10::001:0 2:.00

(707) 995~16:O6 Must be HIV/AIDS rn:agnosed

Ist Tuesday of every monthand age is required 2:00pm - 3:00 pm(707) 279~8448 No set days or w.-[llites. Justtcall

No ]0 01 : proof of address required

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EMERGENCY FOOD RESOURCE

Wednesday of every month8:00 am to 10:00 am

(107) 263-4785 or(707) 279,2721(707) 263~OO2

(107) 263-4788

Community Services ProgramTuesdays: 10:00 am to 12:00 pmCommodities Supplemental Program:lst Tuesday only: 11:30to 12:30Commodities require proof incom

Proof of income Tuesday of each monthand age is required

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CALFRJESH HELPS LO\rV~INCOME. PEOPLE ANDFANIILIESBUY THE FOOD THEY NEED FOR GOOD HEALTH!

Fonnerly knO'W11!i!S food .s tamps.

NOvV YOU CAN ... DID YOU KNOW Applliy online ill. l5 minutes. Submst verifications by fax,

mail or dTOP off. Interview by Telephone Check EBT balance online

If everyone eligible for 'ood stamps wouldtake advantage of these benefits, it wouldbring about $6mdllkm into the localeoonomy through food purchases at localstores (Lost Dollars, Empty Plates).

Go towww.c-eyourself.com Food seeds and starter plants are anapproved e;"''Pense [or CaIF:n:esh benefits .. Local FarmersMarkets are working to get

the necessary equipment ill.plece to be ableto accept EBT cards.

No computer? Please contact:Department of Social Services]15975 Anderson Rancb PkwyLower Lake, CA 95457

(707) 995-4200(800) 628-5188

BASIC INCOME EilGIBIUITNumber ill Household Gross Monthly Net Montlily Amount ofBenefit

Income fncome1 SU74

$],,579$1,984$2,389

s 903$1,2]15$1,526$1,836

$200$367$526$668

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For campletl': digim.lity information cal! (7iD7}995-4200;, o r g o to : ' W ' V \ ! ' I 1 ' . d s s . cahwoc t. gov I Joodsramps . .

ASSISif ANCEWIC-Womell,. Infants &:: ClhlMren831 Bevins St., Lakeport, 01'14085 Lakeshore rx.,Clearlake

(10T)263-5253 or(BT!) 942~2220Appointment Onl.y

Provides vouchers f O J [ ' Iow-incomepH~gnEmlt,lactating &;postpartumwomen, infants &:: children to age:) yrs.

Department, . . , Services15975 A.mderson Ranch. PailkwayLO"Vjj" Lake

(107) 995~4200OJ:(BOO) 262~0299

DSS , services to personsare mneed of emergency"

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WHEEL OF OPPORTUNITYFOR GROWING A LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM

Everyone in a community has an important role to play in supporting a Iocal food system,Consumer demand for local products is at the very core of growing a local food economy. Aswe better understand the costs to' grow local food we are 'liVillllingo pay a bit more for its manybenefits. The follillowingis a visual snapshot of food system componenes we can work togetherto fulfill. We are optimistic about our current and future progress ill. these areas"

Infrastructure furFood processing,.storage anddistribution

Community andSchool gardensrncrease access :t : 0h",~It:b_yood, lin kto nutritjori 00.,canning, etc.

Schools, chefs,ho sp itals, gmcerystores, increaseuse and :prom atelocal. products

Ames in farmproductionincrease, newcrops: such as,grain sand

legumes added

Local FoodSystem.

Promote "'EatFresh -Buy L>k,eCounty Grown"

Farmer co...opsfOT equipment,food storage,seed ban ks,internshipsestablished

Farm M~"k"ts,Co-op, OnlineOrders increase;public requestsIoca] products atmil :food outlet.s

Local produceand producesavailable ye~r-round; fi3!inl1erse~TT1~ living

wage

Land.energy,health policiessupp"rt localpurchasing, A,g,opportututfesand healthyloving

Entities such as Public Health, the local Food Roundtable, Hunger Task Foree, HealthLeadership Network, Lake County Farm Bureau, Lake County Co-op, schools, hospitals,restaurants, groceJ1ymarkets, funnel's, agricultural organizations, county gOVeTIlllJLent,andothers are working on various aspects of the aibove wheelto more fully develop the potentialof our O\VU local food system, While acknowledging tile limits to what can be producedIocally, there are still many ways we can continue to cultivate the potential of 'Our local ioodsystem comprised of production, processing, marketing and distribution of local products![jnked to policies and education that support and sustain these efforts over time.

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EAT FRESH -BUY LAKE COUNTY GROWNDIETARYFIBER

Protects against: Food Source Examples: Berries, avocado Obesity Pears, apples High cholesterol Broccoli, carrots Heart disease Peas, dried beans Constipation Figs. apples Diabetes Nuts, seeds Certain cancers Oranges, bananas Sweet potato

A TIOXIDANTSInhibits: Oxidation which can lead to cell damage and disease.Highest Veget.able Sources (not inorder) Highest Fruit Sources (not in order) Kale Garlic Blueberries Plums Red Peppers Beets Cranberries Pears Spinach Broccoli Cherries Grapes Corn Sweet Potato Blackberries Apples Artichoke hearts Cauliflower Strawberries Bananas Cabbage Carrots Raspberries Melon

VITAMIN-AFood Source Examples: All yellow &orange produce Deep leafy greens, Whole grains Broccoli, B1USSelSprouts Cantaloupe, persimmon

Benefits: Protects against infection Promotes healthy eyes&kin Has antioxidant properties Growth ofbones&teeth

B-VITAMI SBenefits: Food Source Examples: Facilitates release of energy

hum food Thiamin (Bl) essential fornervous system, muscular

function, energy conversion Riboflavin (B2) important togrowth, red cell production,

healthy skin &vision Niacin (B3) helps digestive

system, healthy skin, nerves

Whole grains Peas. legumes, nuts Corn

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FOLIC ACIDIFOLACIN (VITAMIN-B9)Fola cin c om es from th e wo rd fo r fo lia ge

Food Source Examples:enefits: Important for production

&:maintenance of newcells

Prevents anemia Reduces risk ofbirth

defects, low birth weightand premature babies

Leafygreens Asparagus Spinach ROll1ainelettuce Beets

Benefits: Healing cuts and wounds Healthy gums and teeth Strengthens immune system May delay aging process and

prevent disease by destroyingfree radicals; antioxidant

VITAMIN-C Food Source Examples: All citrus fruits Bell peppers, broccoli Kiwi, peaches, watermelon Strawberries. tomatoes Leafygreens, cauliflower

Benefits:IRON: Every living cell contains iron

Food Source Examples: Builds strong bones Transmit nerve impulses To maintain regular heartbeat Transporting oxygen Prevents anemia

Widespread in food Walnuts, other nuts Dried figs lima beans, legumes L eafy greens, peas

Benefits: Builds muscle Metabolizes protein and

carbohydrates Balances water and acid inblood and body tissues

POTASSIUM Food Source Examples: Fresh foods ofall kinds Fruit, vegetables Whole grains Legumes Winter squash

OMEGA-3FATrYACIDSF dS Ex 100 ource amp es:Benefits: Brain function Reduce inflammation Reduce heart disease

Walnuts Pumpkin seeds Flax seeds ChiaseedsFoods tluu: appear on more than one list are those

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FOLIC ACID/FOLACI (VITAMI -B9)

Benefits:F olacin com es from the w ord for foliage

Food Source Examples: Important for production

&;maintenance ofnewcells Prevents anemia

Reduces risk ofbirthdefects, low birth weightand premature babies

Leafygreens Asparagus Spinach Romaine lettuce Beets

Benefits: Healing cuts and wounds Healthy gums and teeth Strengthens immune system May delay aging process and

prevent disease by destroyingfree radicals; antioxidant

VITAMIN-C Food Source Examples: All citrus fruits Bell peppers, broccoli Kiwi, peaches, watermelon Stravvberries.tolnatoes Leafy greens, cauliflower

Benefits:IRON: Every living cell contains iron

Food Source Examples: Builds strong bones Transmit nerve impulses To maintain regular heartbeat Transporting oxygen Prevents anemia

Widespread in food Walnuts, other nuts Dried figs lima beans, legumes L eafy greens, peas

Benefits: Builds muscle Metabolizes protein and

carbohydrates Balances water and acid inblood and body tissues

POTASSIUM Food Source Examples: Fresh foods of all kinds Fllllt, vegetables Whole grains Legumes Winter squash

Benefits: Brain function Reduce inflammation

OMEGA-3FATTY ACIDS F dS E 100 ource xamp es: Walnuts Pumpkin seeds Flax seeds ChiaseedsReduce heart disease

Foods that appear OIl 1110rehen one list are thoseyou l11aywant to consider eating more clisn once per week.

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Healthy Eating MattersWe hear a lot about obesity prevention these days. The following maps provide a visualdepiction ofwhat has been happening in our country in terms of obesity prevalence and whythis issue has become alarming. The maps were prepared by the Centers for Disease Controlto convey results of their Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). The dramaticincrease in obesity has been a driving force behind myriad obesity prevention programs. Wehave never before had obesity rates at this level, and nobody fully understands the implicationsof this on our future in terms of cost, or in terms of disease. Some researchers have predictedthat for the first time, future generations are going to have decreased life spans compared tothose who have gone before them. Obesity is a risk factor for a number of chronic diseasesand health conditions, such as coronary artery disease, diabetes, hypertension, and certaincancers. The number of children and youth diagnosed with Type II diabetes is steadilyincreasing. This is a health condition that at one time was called adult-onset diabetes becauseit was almost never seen in children. These maps were instrumental in launching many nation-wide programs designed to increase access to fresh produce such as Farm to School. Farm toSchool is at work in our community ensuring that children /youth enjoy the nutritionalbenefits of local produce by connecting school food service to local farmers.

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Obesity Trends Among U.S.Adults: BRFSSfor 1999&: 2008

1999

2008

Summary In 1990, among states participating inthe Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System,

ten states had a prevalence of obesity less than 10%and no states had prevalenceequal to or greater than 15%.

By1999, no state had prevalence less than 10%,eighteen states had a prevalence ofobesity between 20-24%, and no state had prevalence equal to or greater than 25%.

In 2008, only one state (Colorado) had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%.Thirty-two states had a prevalence equal to or greater than 25%; six of these states(Alabama, Mississippi, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and West Virginia)had a prevalence of obesity equal to or greater than 30%.

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LAKECOUNTY'S FOOD ECONOMYAgriculture has been the second most important industry in the Lake County since the 1880swhen wheat was the biggest crop and the first pear and walnut trees were planted.Over the years, primary crops shifted from wheat to 'wine grapes to pears and walnuts, thenrecently, back to wine grapes. There are a handful offarmers who are currently reintroducinggrain production back to the county. In addition to these important export crops, LakeCounty has been fortunate to attract a number of small farmers of fresh fruits and vegetableswho depend entirely on local and regional sales.* The purpose of this Guide to Local Food Producers is

to increase: Consumption of local fresh foods The number offarmers and acreage in production Local support for local farmers

.~. Annual production and economic information aboutspecific crops can befound in the AgricultureCommissioner's Annual Crop Report available atwww.lakecountyag.comunderPublications.

WHAT YOU CAN DOl Voice your interest in. ask for and purchase Lake County-grown foods asyour first

preference. Ask your grocery store to sell locally-grown foods. Many already are, let them know

it's appreciated. Eat at restaurants where Lake County-grown foods are served. Let them know it's

appreciated. Ask schools, hospitals and other places where food is served to offer Lake County-grown

products. Encourage school food service staff to keep building their Farm to Schoolprograms.

For information about Lake County wine grape growers, not covered inthe~1Ul_ grant's nutrition focused proposal, please visit these websites:

Lake County Winegrape Commission at www.lakecountywinegrape.org, Lake County Winery Association at www.lakecountywinelies.org, or Lake County Visitor Center at www.lakecounty.com or (J07) 274~5652

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LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM GOALS ts: OPPORTUNITIESGOAL I. INCREASE LOCAL DEMAND &CONSUMPTION:

E a t f J - . . . -B D J l a k e [ O D U~ Eat Fresh-Buy Lake County Grown logoand messaging becomes adopted among foodentities and used to promote locally grownfood as first and best choice. Local farmersG are more fully valued as prune asset to ther e n community. Community awareness regardingtrue cost of food and relevant issues isincreased. Farmers are paid a living wage.

~ Farm to School programs are taking root. Some schoolsare initiating local purchasing programs while othershave doubled and tripled local purchasing. Optimally,Farm to School programs become institutionalized as abest practice, linking nutrition to wellness, culinary arts,4H, Future Fanners, etc. Parents become advocates forhealthy menus.

" * " Local grOcely stores, restaurants, hospitals, casinos arebeginning to consider locally grown purchases. Thesecommercial and institutional customers expand theirefforts to work with farmers and brokers to facilitateordering, purchasing and delivery to support localagriculture. Consumers validate institutions for useof locally grown products.

GOAL 2. INCREASE PRODUCTION:*Local farmers identify new crops and expand cultivationof existing specialty crops as demand increases. Morefarmers engage in year-round production. Equipmentneeds identified; cooperatives formed to share costs;commercial kitchens made available; food storage anddistribution mechanisms support increased production.

~ Existing food processing efforts are hampered by lack ofstartup funding, equipment and marketing expertise. extsteps include: a) expanding processing of local produce tofill niche and general markets; b) identifying native plants(acorns, tules, etc.) that could be processed; c) satisfyingequipment needs and engaging cooperative efforts tomaximize processing and distribution potential.

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GOAL 3. INCREASE ACCESS TO LOCAL FOODS:*www.LakeCountyGrown.com provides year~round market for all farmers and value-addedprocessors, individual and institutional buyers.umber ofpickup sites are expanded to allLake County areas. Number of sellers andbuyers are increased to maximum potential.

~ The Lake County Community Co-Op continues to provideand promote access to local, fresh and value-added, organicfoods to its members via delivery of individual produce andvalue added products and modified community-supportedagriculture (CSA) boxes, through their online orderingsystem, and sponsors the Friday ight Farmers Market,community gardens, farm tours and community education.

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*There are currently three Certified Fanners Markets inLake County (see page 7). Efforts continue to expand thenumber, locations and frequency ofFarmers Marketsand develop mini-markets at schools, hospitals, countyoffices and other high traffic locations.

- * " WIC coupons are currently accepted at most FarmersMarkets. Next steps include facilitating use of CalFresh (formerly known as food stamps) EBTtransaction cards and increasing participation inCal Fresh to generate an additional $6million in localrevenue. Community gardens help increase access tofresh produce.

aGOAL 4. POLICIES FOR PROSPERITY:

~ < t -Local government, institutions, businesses and institutionsmore fully embrace our local food system as ameans toimprove population health and economic wellbeing. Notonlywill fanner's realize predictable income and markets,but the County will benefit from decreased healthcarecosts. Opportunities to more fully develop our local foodsystem become part of a shared vision among consumers,policy makers and community leaders.

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