Doing Cannabis Right
Regulated cannabis is much safer than what you were getting a couple years ago.
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Greenhouses — An Organic and Nonorganic Grower Viewpoint
My avocado orchards are more pleasing to look at than my greenhouses, but let’s not judge a book by its cover.
Besieged by Cannabis Cultivation
The Board of Supervisors must consider putting an immediate ban/freeze on cannabis activity until issues with residents, schools, existing agriculture, etc. are resolved.
Reefer Madness
Countywide, residents, vintners, avocado growers unite to fight a cannabis coup.
Farming Is Fundamental
Cannabis is a profitable crop that keeps homes and condos from being “the final crop” in our county.
Greenhouses — Maybe Not So Green?
A visual blight to the otherwise green and open farming landscape, greenhouses begin their life in a state of environmental deficiency.
Countering Cannabis Propaganda
Cannabis in Santa Barbara County is more political sitcom than gangster, but not as funny.
Nothing to Hide on Cannabis
I have met with people on both sides over coffee, over beer, over pizza, and occasionally in the office to hear concerns that should be addressed and ideas for policy.
We Need a County Climate Safety Plan
Santa Barbara County is warming faster than virtually anywhere else in the United States; we as a community have yet to respond.
Cannabis Threatens Avocado Growers’ Survival
If avocado growers don’t kill thrips and mites, the fruit that survives will be scarred, lowering production and value, and ultimately putting the farmer out of business.