Rich Woodbridge
Rich Woodbridge, who holds an MBA from UCSD, owns and operates McCollum Orchards, a 100-acre organic fruit, vegetable and flower farm that has been family-owned since 1827. He has a background in corporate market research — testing and developing consumer products in several industries, from sustainable energy technologies to farm and gardening equipment in the U.S. and internationally. When not in the field, Rich connects farmers to the latest research, methods and technology as an agricultural business educator for New York’s cooperative extension service.
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Best pruning shears in 2024: Tested and rated
By Rich Woodbridge last updated
Looking for the best pruning shears? We’ve tested bypass, anvil and ratchet pruners to find the best.
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Looking for the best fire pits for your backyard or campsite? We’ve tested a range of smokeless, traditional and portable fire pits to find the best.
By Rich Woodbridge last updated
We tested a range of models to find the best fire pits you can buy.
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Best gardening gloves in 2024: Tested and rated
By Rich Woodbridge last updated
These are the best gardening gloves to make yard work and planting chores a breeze.
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