Alex Blandino

Alex Blandino was born and raised in Palo Alto, Calif. He has had a passion for writing and photography since a young age. He is currently a senior at Stanford University majoring in communication, where he hopes to continue refining his reporting skills and pursue a career in journalism upon completing his degree.

Business, EnvironmentDecember 21, 2014

Drought cuts vendors’ profits at California Avenue Farmers’ Market

By Alex Blandino

Demand for organically grown, farm-raised products has never been higher. But despite all the recent rain, the ongoing drought across California’s Central Valley has made it challenging for farmers to cope with.