

Paicines Ranch is a historic 7,600-acre working ranch in San Benito County that demonstrates how regenerative agricultural practices can build ecological, economic and social resilience. The ranch team manages this diverse central California landscape in partnership with nature and livestock to build healthy soil, increase biodiversity, and create vibrant communities. All rangeland and cropground is certified organic and Audubon Certified Bird-Friendly, and managed using Holistic Management principles—a decision-making framework that integrates social, economic, and environmental considerations. The ranch produces 100% grass-fed-and-finished lamb and beef, pastured pork and turkey, and organic wine grapes in their polyculture vineyard designed to be managed by sheep. Paicines Ranch has become a destination for learning about regenerative agriculture through their educational programs and workshops.

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