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

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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,...

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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...

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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.

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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...