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A California farmer is giving away tons of nectarines that he's not allowed to sell
By Claire Rush, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 3, 2026
· 6 min read
Thousands of visitors have flocked to Cesar Mora's farm in central California this week to gather free nectarines.He's giving his harvest away rather than watching it rot as he's locked in a legal battle with a company that claims exclusive rights over the variety of white nectarine he grows. He'...
Key takeaway Since 2023, the third-generation farmer in the agricultural community of Reedley in California's Central Valley has been fighting a lawsuit filed against him by Giumarra Brothers Fruit Co.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The dispute between Cesar Mora and Giumarra Brothers Fruit Co. has implications for San Antonio 's own agricultural community, where farmers and plant breeders often collaborate to bring new varieties to market. As fruit patents become more common, local growers may face similar challenges in navigating exclusive rights and contracts. The Monalise white nectarine variety at the center of the lawsuit is a prime example of the tension between farmers and industrial food marketers. San Antonio's farmers, who sell their produce at local markets and to restaurants, may need to be aware of the potential risks and benefits of working with plant breeders and marketers who hold exclusive rights to certain varieties. The outcome of Mora's lawsuit, scheduled for trial later this month, could set a precedent for how these disputes are resolved in the future, potentially affecting the way San Antonio's agricultural community operates.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Thousands of visitors have flocked to Cesar Mora's farm in central California this week to gather free nectarines.He's giving his harvest away rather than watching it rot as he's locked in a legal battle with a company that claims exclusive rights over the variety of white nectarine he grows. He'...
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