We've got amazing news! You can now swing by FresYes Realty to grab your Ooooby box on Tuesdays between 12-6 p.m.! What exactly is Ooooby Fresno? Put simply, it's fresh, seasonal, organic fruits and vegetables delivered to your neighborhood. How it works is, you choose the size of box you want, place your weekly (or every other week) order, then pick it up at your delivery … [Read more...]
Corn expected to arrive this week at Fresno State
[Update 6/6: Fresno State has announced the corn will definitely be available beginning at 7 a.m. Friday, June 8!] Word on the street is Fresno State corn will be going on sale this week at the Rue and Gwen Gibson Farm Market. I talked to folks at the university and they tell me they anticipate Friday, June 8, will be the big day. An official press release is expected to go … [Read more...]
The 2018 FresYes Guide to Farmers Markets
It's that wonderful time of year again when Valley spring crops are at their peak and summer crops are just around the corner. That's right, it's farmers market season! Each year, it is my pleasure to provide you with a roundup of the many wonderful farmers markets all across the Fresno area. Without further adieu, I present to you: The 2018 FresYes Guide to Farmers Markets (All … [Read more...]
Are you ready to invest in a healthier city? Food Commons Fresno announces DPO
Fresno has long enjoyed the reputation of being the bread, fruit, and nut basket of the world, which is why it can be startling to discover the existence of food deserts still in our midst. Food deserts are areas where affordable, healthy produce is scarce. Residents of a food desert might have to travel for miles to come up with a satisfactory head of locally grown lettuce or a bag of, say, … [Read more...]
Fresh Local Produce is Yours For the Picking: A List of Local U-Picks
It's nearly summer and the Central Valley is living up to its abundant agricultural reputation. The blossoms we celebrated in February have given way to a plethora of produce. You can find a delicious variety of produce this time of year at your local farmers market or farm stands. However, if you're looking for a unique and tasty way to keep the kids (or yourself) busy, there are a few places … [Read more...]
Updated Spring/Summer 2016 Farmers’ Market Roundup!
With the warmer spring weather upon us, and a sultry Valley summer just ahead I thought it would be a wonderful time to do an updated Farmers’ Market round-up for all of you lovely readers, so you can enjoy the freshest, tastiest and ripest product the Fresno area has to offer. (All markets are linked in their titles to web pages with additional information for your easy reference.) The following … [Read more...]