Inside SoCal: Bloom Ranch

On land rooted in 1891, a new story is growing - one of healing, heritage and radical nourishment. Bloom Ranch is more than a place, it's a calling.

BLOOM RANCH

Dr. Bill Releford — a podiatric surgeon of more than 36 years — has mostly traded in his scrubs for soil at Bloom Ranch, LA County's largest Black-owned farm. As he explains, "Most of the problems we see in healthcare can be traced back to nutrition," and the ranch has become his platform to grow the prescriptions to heal: whole foods straight from the earth.

Explore Bloom Ranch through a farm tour, jazz brunch or other events held on the property. And be sure to peruse the farm store while you're there. We highly recommend sampling their vinaigrettes and olive oils, and snag a fresh orange popsicle. It's the perfect treat on a hot, sunny California day. Learn more about Bloom Ranch at bloomranchofacton.com.