Pat McConahay went on a field trip to learn how teachers get taught down on the farm. These Ag in the Classroom teachers find surprising and revealing lessons in this outside classroom.

Here in America, we usually think bigger is better. That’s not always true. In Marin County, small farms are turning out small batches of some of our state’s highest quality foods.

As much of California experiences the intense summer heat, it is this heat that makes the Golden State an ideal growing ground for tomatoes. Most of these tomatoes don’t go to the fresh market, but into canned products. Pat has the details.

If you’re curious about what it takes to can your own fruits and vegetables, Allison has a few important safety tips.

Even the best canned tomato sauces and salsas can use a bit of flavor enhancement. And nothing does a better job than this herb that has taken America by storm. Chances are you have some in your refrigerator. So does Pat.

Do you know what a pummelo is? Or a Moro orange? Well if you said "no," you’re not alone. George introduces you to the Fruit Detective.

Finally, Pat updates us on a detective story of a different sort. It’s about the theft of a valuable California-grown commodity and a community’s fight to nip it in the bud.

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