Family Legacy

Farmers from more than 150 countries gathered in Scotland to share ideas, challenges, and a common goal: building resilient farms that care for the land and remain strong for future generations. Alice reflects on what farmers worldwide have in common, and why agriculture needs more allies.

As I write this, I’m flying home from my beloved Uncle Marshall’s celebration of life. Longtime readers may remember him as the one who first nudged us down the avocado path—but his influence runs far deeper than fruit. Marshall shaped how I see work, land, and responsibility. He taught me the dignity of effort, the joy of curiosity, and the belief that the best learning happens by doing. In 1972, he and his young family left the ranch for Arkansas to try a different kind of

Living close to the land means the weather becomes more than small talk—it shapes every decision, every harvest, and every year of growth. This month, we’re reflecting on the wisdom passed down through generations, the challenges farmers quietly carry, and the deep gratitude that anchors us in the orchard.

After decades away, we returned to the ranch my grandparents built, ready for a new adventure among avocado and lemon trees. Join us as we tread in the footsteps of generations past and embrace life on the land.