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Press, awards, community and farm news from Old California Botanicals.

Old California Botanicals on Talk Ag To Me: JP Beall Discusses California Citrus, Marmalade, and Redlands Heritage
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Old California Botanicals on Talk Ag To Me: JP Beall Discusses California Citrus, Marmalade, and Redlands Heritage

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By John P Beall

Listen to JP Beall of Old California Botanicals on Talk Ag To Me discussing California citrus, Redlands heritage, agriculture, and award-winning marmalade. Old California Botanicals...

Old California Botanicals in the News: Eight Marmalade Medals, California Senate Honors, and Redlands Citrus Heritage
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Old California Botanicals in the News: Eight Marmalade Medals, California Senate Honors, and Redlands Citrus Heritage

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By John P Beall

Old California Botanicals has been featured by Raincross Gazette, Patch, and the California State Senate for its award-winning California citrus marmalades and Redlands heritage. Old...

Old California Botanicals' J.P. Beall Headed to the National Discussion Meet Competition
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Old California Botanicals' J.P. Beall Headed to the National Discussion Meet Competition

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By JP w/ Old CA

JP Beall of Old California Botanicals heads to the National Discussion Meet—bringing the story of California citrus heritage, marmalade craftsmanship, and small-batch artisan production to...

Featured in 2025 Gift Guides & Community Press
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Featured in 2025 Gift Guides & Community Press

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By JP w/ Old CA

OCB's handmade California citrus products earned spots in 2025 holiday gift guides and community press features—recognized for quality, local heritage, and giftable artisan appeal.

Sustainable Disposal & Creative Reuse of Old California Botanicals Packaging
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Sustainable Disposal & Creative Reuse of Old California Botanicals Packaging

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By JP w/ Old CA

From lip balm crates to candle tins, OCB packaging is built to be reused. Here are our favorite sustainable and creative ways to give your...

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions? Discover the Benefits of Sourcing Locally with Old California Botanicals
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Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions? Discover the Benefits of Sourcing Locally with Old California Botanicals

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By JP w/ Old CA

When global supply chains falter, local sourcing wins. OCB explains why staying rooted in California agriculture delivers better quality, resilience, and authenticity in every product.

Where to Stay in Redlands: Greenbriar Cottage, a Quiet Private Suite in California Citrus Country
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Where to Stay in Redlands: Greenbriar Cottage, a Quiet Private Suite in California Citrus Country

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By JP w/ Old CA

Looking for a quiet place to stay in Redlands, California? Greenbriar Cottage is a completely private guest suite in one of Redlands’ historic residential neighborhoods,...

Why I’m a Proud Farm Bureau Member (And You Should Be Too!)
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Why I’m a Proud Farm Bureau Member (And You Should Be Too!)

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By JP w/ Old CA

Farming is the backbone of our community, and the Farm Bureau is its strongest advocate. Discover why I joined the San Bernardino County Farm Bureau—an...

In the News: Redlands resident added to farm bureau’s committee on fruit tree policy
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In the News: Redlands resident added to farm bureau’s committee on fruit tree policy

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By JP w/ Old CA

OCB founder JP Beall joins the farm bureau's fruit tree policy committee, continuing a fifth-generation legacy of citrus stewardship and agricultural advocacy in Redlands, California.

OCB in the News: 56th Annual "The Y" Holiday Home Tour Boutique
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OCB in the News: 56th Annual "The Y" Holiday Home Tour Boutique

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By John P Beall

OCB was featured in the Redlands Community News at the 56th Annual YMCA Holiday Home Tour Boutique — a story of Redlands citrus heritage, handmade...