Drought-Tolerant Plants
Choosing plants that require little water treads gently on resources, saving you money on your water bill and helping to conserve the limited water available. Considering California native plants is…
Fire at the Farm
Fire at the Farm, February 16, 2013 A grass fire erupted at Loma Vista Farm on Friday, February 15, across from the office side of the Farm at about…
Managing Ant & Aphid Problems
Ants are a part of nature, but it is rarely a pleasure to come upon them. Ants and their honeydew-producing insect partners are a well-known example of mutually beneficial behavior.…
Food Crops Are Not About Us
In a human-centric world, it is easy to believe that we are responsible for the growth of food crops and that these plants grow for our benefit. In reality, we…
Valero Refinery Donation
Valero Refinery Benicia Donates $10,000 to Loma Vista Farm Every year Valero Refinery holds a golf tournament, the Texas Open Benefit for Children Golf Classic. The money raised from this…