Ranch Vasquez is located in the foothills of Azusa, CA, and is home to the first-ever documented avocado tree in the Western United States. Some of their trees date back over 150 years old. Rancho Vasquez grows five different varieties of avocados with an astounding number of  3,700 trees. The farm is family owned and operated by three generations of farmers. Art and Geri, the owners, are both huge on family values. They want Rancho Vasquez to represent the legacy that they are leaving for their children, a legacy that they are very proud of.  Art Vasquez, a proud Veteran, emphasizes how difficult it is in these times to be in the agricultural field, his ranch has overcome the unimaginable, such as floods, wildfires, and earthquakes. Tours of the admirable Ranch are available by appointment with more information on their website. The farming practices on Rancho Vasquez have been organic long before it was even required to be certified, as organic farming is one of their highest priorities. Their array of products, like their avocado oil, raw honey, and certified organic avocados, are all some of the highest quality in Southern California.