Like many new Rio Linda residents, Susan and Paul Hanks found a great spot to locate their modern homesteading operation in 2011. The hard-working Hanks produce high-quality, naturally grown, herbs, vegetables, lamb, eggs, and flowers for local restaurants, caterers, and CSA boxes. Married in 2010, the Hanks chose Sunflowers for their wedding theme, and the Sunflower quilt block that now hangs on their barn.

Swing by their place during Spring and Summer for some great produce, and get a good view of the Sunflower block from the road at 340 W. U Street.