John Smit, a first generation immigrant from the Netherlands, gives a brief summary of how Smit Orchards came about. Out of Smit Orchards grew California Fruit Company, run by John's son, Paul. This is where Paul grew up, amongst the trees and cows, before their small farm had blossomed into one of the leading producers of organics in Northern California. A simple, but poignant lesson in the history of how one California Farm came about. What's with the dog....maybe looking for an apple? |  |
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