From the beginning, the Central Valley's productivity was a result of the most intensive farming experiment the world had ever seen. And now, farmers are pushing even harder against biological realities. An excerpt from Mark Arax's critically acclaimed new book, "The Dreamt Land."
In the small coastal town of Mendocino, California, inmates spend hours picking grapes under the sun—and many welcome the break from jail.
Wines made from organic grapes are often high-quality, but a new study suggests the eco-friendly label is a turn-off.