When you think about the ingredients that make up your favorite holiday meals (nuts for baking, grapes for sipping, olives for salads, and fresh produce for family feasts) there’s a good chance many of them come from Fresno County. In 2024 Fresno County dominated with over $9 billion in total agricultural production. We officially made history with our highest production value ever, making nation leading records. Wondering where your holiday food came from? Chances are it started in a Fresno County field.
Almonds
Almonds are a big deal here. Fresno County’s #1 crop in 2024, racking up $1.45 billion in value. That’s over 16% of the entire value of all crops grown in the county, just from almonds alone! If you're using almonds to bake cookies or throwing them into a festive salad, you're probably getting a taste of what Fresno Country grows. If you’re visiting in late winter to mid spring season, you can see where it all begins during Fresno County Blossom Trail season. The do-it-yourself trail is a colorful display of the orchards in bloom that visitors can enjoy right from their cars!
Don't worry, there are plenty of almonds to be eaten in Fresno County, too! Sierra Nut House and Enzo's Table both offer a variety of flavored almonds. Simonian Farms has a huge, dried fruit and nut selection, or swing by Fresno States Gibson Farm Market that sell student grown produce to give a taste of Fresno County and support young farmers in the making.
Grapes
Around 20% of California’s wine grapes are grown right here in Fresno County. So, if you're uncorking a bottle at home or popping fresh grapes as a snack, chances are they started in our soil. If you're visiting in July, you'll be able to taste freshly harvested grapes from the source during the Fresno County Fruit Trail by stopping at a roadside farm stand or visit one of our many local farmers markets. Get the full Fresno County Fruit Trail route here.
Head out to wineries like Ziveli Winery to try their 2022 Orange Muscat and catch one of their weekly events to keep the tasting room lively. The Fresno State student-ran winery located on Fresno State campus, experiments producing different types of wine throughout the year, and Yribarren Family Vineyards in Kerman is a family-ran vineyard that produces wines, almonds, pistachios and raisins! Try all of Fresno County's top agriculture producers all at one winery to get the full experience.
Pistachios
Fresno County’s 2024 Ag Report, pistachios brought in $859 million in value. Our region’s hot, dry summers and mild winters create the perfect growing conditions for pistachios, and you can taste the quality all year round at our staple farm storefronts like Simonian Farms, Enzo's Table, and Sierra Nut House.
The Schaad Family Almonds farm not only specializes in local almonds but also offers dried fruits and flavored pistachios fresh from their farm. They have jalapeno lime pistachios, and garlic flavored pistachios. If you want to keep the flavors simple pick up a bag at Simonian Farms to try roasted and salted pistachios to taste the true flavor of Fresno County!
Where to Taste and Experience more Fresno County Flavors
Farm Stands and Farmers Markets
It’s no secret we’re the top nut-growing county in the nation—but that’s just the beginning. Out here, you’ll also find peaches, citrus, tomatoes, just to name a few of our 350 crops grown right in our backyard. Start with a stop at a local farm stand like Sunshine’s Farm, where you can pick up strawberries that were just plucked from the vine. Or swing by the Blossom Trail Fruit Stand to stock up on fresh fruits, vegetables, and locally harvested honey. Fresno County also hosts year-round farmers markets that let you shop straight from the source. Check out our Calendar of Events to plan which farmers market you want to visit during your stay!
Vineyard Farmers Market in Fresno: Wednesdays, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM through March 4
Old Town Clovis Farmers Market: Friday nights (May–September, 5:30 PM–8:30 PM) Saturday mornings (October–April, 9:00 AM–11:30 AM)
River Park Farmers Market: Every Tuesday night at 5:00 PM
Free Olive Oil Tastings at Enzo's Table
If you're looking for a unique foodie experience, head to Enzo's Table for free olive oil tastings at their storefront in Clovis, no reservations needed. You’ll sample up to five different flavors, with a staff member guiding you through the flavor profiles just like a sommelier would with wine. From rich and peppery to bright and citrusy, each blend is made from olives grown, harvested, and pressed right here in Fresno County. Our personal favorite? The lemon olive oil. Its light, fragrant, and perfect for drizzling over summer salads.
Fields of Ag Tour
Book a Fields of Fresno Ag Tour hosted by the Fresno County Historical Society for a deeper dive into our farming legacy. Farm tours run from February through November in a motor coach that will stop at three agriculture sites for an insider look at what the local farms are producing and preparing during harvest season.
The Fresno County Fruit Trail
The Fresno County Fruit Trail is a seasonal, self-guided route that runs from mid-May through July, leading you through a journey of roadside stands and family-run farms. This is peak season for cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, and other stone fruit, offering a chance to taste produce at the peak of freshness. Many stops also offer homemade jams, baked goods and dried fruits. Use our Fresno County Fruit Trail route on our app to plan your stops along the way and our blog to practice good farm stand etiquette!
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