Papple, a new Asian pear variety imported from New Zealand. (David Karp / Los Angeles Times)
Poppy apricots grown by Truman and Betty Kennedy in Dinuba. (David Karp / Los Angeles Times)
Spinach grown by Jerry Rutiz in Arroyo Grande. (David Karp / Los Angeles Times)
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Customers sample Albion strawberries grown by JR Organics in Escondido. (David Karp / Los Angeles Times)
Avila and Sons sells Andy G cherries grown in Hanford. (David Karp / Los Angeles Times)
Romaine hearts grown by Kenter Canyon Farms in Fillmore. (David Karp / Los Angeles Times)
Striped zucchini and patty-pan squash grown by James Birch in Three Rivers. (David Karp / Los Angeles Times)