The beginning of specialty farms in Butte County actually chronicles the development of California’s agricultural industry that is now celebrated around the world for its diversity of crops and progressive farmers.
While early Butte County history is steeped with tales of immigrants searching for gold, it soon became apparent that the true wealth of Butte County is its farmland. Traveling on the Sierra Oro Farm Trail you will cross the historical path of generations of farmers who have changed how America eats.
Visitors are often surprised and delighted to find a diverse array of specialty nuts, olives, fruit and wine grapes and the opportunity to sample award-winning wines, olive oils, artisanal cheeses and more. Visitors are often personally greeted by the farmer or farmer’s family and enjoy an intimate, unhurried atmosphere often filled with stories from the farm. Most wineries and olive oil producers have created beautifully appointed tasting rooms allowing for leisurely exploration of the farm bounty
