Dr. Bill Releford
Photos by The San Bernardino American News
By Mary Harris
Email: mary@sb-american.com
Acton, CA— [October 9, 2025] — On a stretch of fertile land where the soil tells stories of resilience, Bloom Ranch stands as a vibrant reminder of what it means to cultivate both food and community. A proudly Black-owned farm, Bloom Ranch is redefining agriculture by blending sustainability, heritage, and hope into every harvest.
For Dr. Bill Releford, Bloom Ranch is more than a business—it’s a homecoming. “Farming is in our history,” Bill Releford shares. “Our ancestors knew how to work the land, and we are honoring that legacy while creating new opportunities for the next generation. Bloom Ranch is a place where culture and cultivation grow side by side.”
At Bloom Ranch, rows of fresh produce are planted with care, destined for local families, farmers’ markets, and restaurants that value both quality and community. But the farm’s mission stretches far beyond the soil. Through youth mentorship programs, educational workshops, and volunteer days, Bloom Ranch has become a gathering space where neighbors learn not only how to grow food, but how to nourish connections.
The ranch also partners with local organizations to deliver fresh fruits and vegetables to underserved neighborhoods, directly addressing inequities in food access. In doing so, Bloom Ranch is part of a growing movement of Black-owned farms reclaiming land as a source of empowerment, sustainability, and healing.
“Our farm is proof that agriculture is not only about feeding people—it’s about feeding dreams,” says Bill “We want people to come here and see possibility. We want young people to know that farming can be their future, too.”
With every season, Bloom Ranch continues to bloom into more than a farm—it is a living story of perseverance, purpose, and promise. As the demand for fresh, sustainable, and equitable food systems grows, Bloom Ranch invites the community to join in building a future where everyone has a seat at the table.
Bloom Ranch welcomes you for occasional Saturday Evening Jazz & Wine from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm with light bites on and on occasional Sunday Jazz & Champagne Brunch, at 10:30 am. Check in advance for dates and ticket purchases.
About Bloom Ranch
Bloom Ranch is a Black-owned farm dedicated to sustainable agriculture, food equity, and cultural heritage. Committed to nourishing both people and community, Bloom Ranch grows fresh produce, provides educational opportunities, and uplifts future generations of farmers through mentorship and outreach. Our location: 31880 Aliso Canyon Rd., Acton, CA 93510 Email: info@bloomranchofacton.com +1(323)388-4828.
