California Agriculture

California Loses Agricultural Legend

John Harris, a respected farmer and cattle rancher passed away on Wednesday, July 2, at the age of 81. As the longtime leader of Harris Farms, he played a pivotal role in shaping agriculture in California’s San Joaquin Valley and beyond. Under his guidance, Harris Farms became one of the most prominent integrated farming and beef operations in the western United States, known for its quality and deep commitment to land stewardship.