In Your Corner Magazine | Winter 2024/25

In this issue ISSUE 18 | 2024 BREADBASKET OF THE NATION How California’s agricultural power feeds America CULTIVATING FUTURES Golden State leverages tech to reshape farming

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SOWING SEEDS California Bank & Trust empowers farmers with tailored financial solutions

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TRACING THE ROOTS Sacramento museum celebrates state’s farming heritage

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GROW YOUR OWN WAY Home gardening trends keep on growing CALIFORNIA’S VINEYARDS A tradition transformed into global triumph GOLDEN STATE TREASURES Gifts straight from the heart of California

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MERIDIAN GROWERS Madera company cracks the next phase of its operation ASHES & DIAMONDS Napa Valley winery becomes a showcase for perfected wine CALI DUMPLING Orange County food entrepreneur crafts certified organic delights

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ITO BROS. Four generations leave a legacy of farming

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TAKE 5 Q&A with Brendan Feder, Vice President and Business Development Officer at Zions Ag Finance

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PUBLISHER California Bank & Trust (CB&T) EVP | DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Jathan Segur

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER | MANAGING EDITOR Tom Stacey

MAGAZINE CONSULTANT Michelle Jacoby CONTRIBUTORS Lisa Abelar, Aaron Berman, Julia De Simone, Bruce Farr, Debra Gelbart, Jake Poinier

VP | FEATURES EDITOR Kathryn Guinn

VP | CREATIVE DIRECTOR Ron Gligic

SENIOR DESIGNERS Nathan Joseph and Diana Ramos

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