The Fruit Detective presents “Elements of Flavor", an analysis of deliciousness itself... He's been called a national treasure in the world of pomology, and David Karp has certainly made himself known. As the "Fruit Detective", he's written for the New York Times, the L.A. Times, Gourmet Magazine, The Smithsonian, Sunset, etc., specializing in long form, deep …

Join the Monterey Bay Chapter of the California Rare Fruit Growers  on Saturday October 18 at Wilder Ranch State Park as we celebrate the season with our 2025 Apple Tasting! If you’ve always wanted to know what apples grow well in our area and want to taste what freshly picked apples taste like, this event …

RSVP FOR THE HOLIDAY PARTY - Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday at the Live Oak Grange! Please RSVP so we know how much food to prepare: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-crfg-holiday-party Here’s the itinerary: 4:30 Setup and Bulk Fertilizer Pickup 🎤 Special Presentation (5:00–6:00 PM) We’re thrilled to welcome Ron Blancas as our featured speaker! Ron will be sharing his exotic and …

Get your Fast Pass tickets now for the 2026 Scion Exchange! Doors open at 12PM. Admission is $5 and free for those volunteering for the event (if you're volunteering, no need to purchase a ticket - please register for your volunteer role here).   Hundreds of scions will be available for dormant varieties of fruit (apples, pears, stonefruit …

Our upcoming Grafting Workshop will be held February 21st at the Live Oak Grange from 3–6 PM, and this is the place to sharpen your grafting skills. We’ll be turning scions into fruit trees with hands-on practice and mentoring from experienced members of our community. Whether you’re brand new or looking to level up, this is a great …

Our Annual Citrus Tasting is on Sunday, March 29th  from 3-6 PM at the Live Oak Grange. Admission is $5 or free if you volunteer or donate fruit. We’re thrilled to have Daniel Paduano from Abounding Harvest Mountain Farm and Clark Magruder, local citrus expert, joining us! They'll be sharing their favorite citrus varieties along with some expert tips …

🍊Hello Citrus Lovers! The Advanced Citrus Grafting Workshop will be happening Saturday, April 18th from 3:15–5:30 PM at the German Cultural Center Santa Cruz. Scion and rootstock distribution will begin at 2:15 PM. It’s going to be an amazing event led by Freddy Menge! All participants will have an opportunity to choose your own unique …

🥑 🥑 Ripe & Ready: Join us for a dip into all things avocado Holy Guacamole! You won't want to miss this avocado presentation: Avocado Talk and Share with Joe Real May 30 from 2:30 - 5:30 at the Live Oak Grange in Santa Cruz. Register here:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/avocado-talk-and-share-with-joe-real We were able to get Joe Real to come …

Join us!! We'll be coming together for an afternoon of good food and good company on Saturday, June 27 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM. We have the Grange reserved from 4:00 - 9:00 PM. If you can come early to help set up tables and chairs, or stay late to help clean up, it would be …

Hello Monterey Bay Rare Fruit Growers! We have a treat for you! Join Monterey Bay CRFG and owner Bart Meltzer for a special, owner-led tour and tasting at Birdsong Orchards on Saturday, August 22, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.     Must have final headcount by August 15 - get your ticket soon! This exclusive educational …