SHOWA
OUR STORY
A Farm Built on Passion, Patience, and Purpose.
Showa Farm began with a desire to live closer to the land and build something meaningful that we could nurture for years to come.
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When we moved to Alexander Valley we saw an opportunity to create a different way of life, one that combined our love of good food, an appreciation for nature, and the rewards of working the land.
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Today, our 30-acre farm is home to an olive grove, gardens, and a variety of projects designed to work with the natural environment.
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What started as a personal dream has grown into a working farm where we take pride in producing exceptional extra virgin olive oil.
Our Value: Harmony with Nature
A Name Inspired by Nature
The name Showa Farm has an unexpected origin.
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Years before planting our first olive tree, we developed a fascination with Japanese koi. Our backyard pond in Virginia became a thriving ecosystem where fish, plants, and water existed in a delicate natural balance.
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Our favorite variety was the Showa koi, distinguished by its striking patterns of red, white, and black. When we named our California farm, we chose Showa in its honor, carrying forward the lessons we learned from that pond: that beauty and vitality flourish when nature's elements work in harmony.
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Although koi have yet to make their home at Showa Farm, the philosophy they inspired remains at the heart of everything we do.
Where a Love of Cooking Meets a Love of the Land
A Passion for Good Food
Our decision to grow olives was inspired by something close to home: a lifelong appreciation for good food and the pleasure of cooking.
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Extra virgin olive oil had long held a special place in our kitchen, valued for its remarkable flavor, versatility, and important role in a healthy, balanced diet.
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Cultivating our own olive trees brought these passions together. We could grow an ingredient we loved, understand its journey from tree to table, and pursue the exceptional quality we had always appreciated in fine olive oils.
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What began as a personal passion became a defining part of Showa Farm.
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Thoughtful Stewardship, From the Ground Up
A Landscape Cultivated with Intention
Of our approximately 30 acres, ten are dedicated to olive groves of 1,010 trees. Each tree is part of a larger vision: an agricultural landscape where careful cultivation and respect for natural systems go hand in hand.
Beyond the groves, a raised-bed garden, complemented by dedicated pollinator beds, contributes to a diverse and flourishing environment. Our approach extends beyond what we grow to how we build. A living roof and solar field reflect our desire to incorporate environmentally thoughtful solutions into the farm's
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Together, these elements express our belief that caring for the land is a long-term commitment, shaped by thoughtful choices and an appreciation for the natural world.
30
Approximate Acres
1,010
Olive Trees
10
Acres of Olive Trees
FROM OUR GROVE TO YOUR TABLE
Pure Ingredients. Exceptional Flavor.
Every drop of Showa Farm Estate Select extra virgin olive oil begins with Arbequina olives grown on our Sonoma County estate.
Certified organic and cultivated with care, our trees are irrigated with pure well water and tended with respect for the land and its natural ecosystems.
Our olive oil is delicate and fresh, with vibrant green notes and a gently peppery finish. It brings distinctive character to everything from simple salads and fresh vegetables to the dishes we love to prepare and share.
We invite you to taste the difference. Because exceptional olive oil should do more than complement a meal. It should make the experience more memorable
Certified Organic | 100% Estate-Grown | Arbequina Olives | Extra Virgin Olive Oil
CULTIVATED WITH CARE
Great olive oil begins long before the harvest.
Although our olives are harvested just once a year, caring for the grove is a year-round commitment.
At Showa Farm, our olive trees are intentionally planted with generous spacing, allowing air to circulate freely and supporting the health of each tree. Rather than maximizing density, we've chosen an approach that emphasizes thoughtful cultivation and long-term vitality.
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Throughout the growing season, we carefully manage irrigation, monitor the health of our trees, and use organic pest-management methods to protect the developing fruit. Annual pruning encourages healthy growth, while the return of chipped branches to the soil as mulch reflects our commitment to making thoughtful use of the farm's natural resources.
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As harvest approaches, we adjust irrigation with the goal of developing the distinctive character and flavor of our Arbequina olives.
Every season brings its own challenges, and every harvest reflects the attention given to the grove throughout the year.
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For us, exceptional olive oil is not simply made at harvest. It is cultivated every day.
