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CA farmer giving away 125,000+ pounds of nectarines amid lawsuit: 'They left me no other option'
By KFSN at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
A California farmer is being sued for trying to sell his nectarines, so instead, he's giving them away for free. Thousands of people have shown up at his small orchard to collect buckets full of free nectarines.
Key takeaway Thousands of people have shown up at his small orchard to collect buckets full of free nectarines.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The giveaway of over 125,000 pounds of nectarines by a California farmer has brought thousands of people to his small orchard, a scene that may become more common in San Francisco 's broader agricultural community. This event connects to the city's long history of supporting local farmers and producers, with many San Francisco residents likely among those collecting the free fruit. The lawsuit that prompted the giveaway also raises questions about the regulations and laws governing agricultural sales in the state, which could have implications for San Francisco's own urban agriculture initiatives and farmers' markets. As the situation unfolds, it will be worth watching how the city's government and agricultural community respond to the lawsuit and its potential impact on local food systems. The turnout for the free nectarines also demonstrates the strong demand for fresh, locally grown produce in the San Francisco area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A California farmer is being sued for trying to sell his nectarines, so instead, he's giving them away for free. Thousands of people have shown up at his small orchard to collect buckets full of free nectarines.
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