Pistachios, Power, and Politics in California

This chapter explores the intricate power dynamics of California, highlighting the historical influence of landowning families on agriculture and celebrity culture. It examines how geopolitical events, particularly U.S.-Iran relations, have uniquely shaped the pistachio industry and market monopolies in America. Additionally, it touches on the personal narratives of immigrant farmers and the challenges they face, weaving together themes of economic interests, activism, and the complex relationship between agriculture and global politics.