Just a few days ago, my mom and I went to this organic food farm, that we have been meaning to see for some time now. The name of the place is Mt. Olive Farm and it is located in Paso Robles, CA. They use their own earthworm casting, use their own compost, farm everything, and have free-range chickens and cows. They also have a petting zoo, which I found slightly bizarre, considering they are into raising free-range animals, but keep some caged up for people to touch all the time. Anyways...
We originally ran into them at the Farmer's Market in San Luis Obispo, where we loved their vegetables and they were exceptionally friendly. I really wanted to see the place, mostly because I love a great vegetable farm, and I was interested to see how "free-range" their animals really are. I asked to see where their animals were located, but was quickly told that the public is not allowed to go into those areas. I'm sure they thought I was a member of PETA and would set their animals free, but I only would have done that if I saw that they weren't really in good conditions, as they claim. :) I tried to go up the road as far as I was allowed, but couldn't see any roaming animals. I wish they would be willing to give monitored tours to those who are willing to see the animals. Hey - if you have nothing to hide, then let's see 'em!
We were also really surprised to see that they have a whole space where they sell products that they make from all of their produce. Really beautiful, yummy products. We purchased a few things: strawberry juice, olive oil, salad dressing, etc. I also picked up some bok choy because I have a special love of baby bok choy, and it made me very excited to see they had some. :)
We had a really nice afternoon, running around the beautiful farms and vineyards in Paso Robles, and it was especially nice to spend it with my mommy. :)
Here is the main store:
Some of their olive oil (we bought some with balsamic vinegar in it):
The beautiful area where this farm was located:
Artichoke plants! I want one SO bad, but I need a nice big backyard first :)
Here's an attempt at a picture of the produce in the tented house:
One of the pretty herb gardens:
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