Explore Monterey | Greenfield

Greenfield is a city in Monterey County, in the Salinas metro area. The community was named for its fertile farmland and boasts itself as the "Broccoli Capital of the World". Located in the heart of the California's Salinas Valley, the City of Greenfield is located between the Gabilan mountain range to the east and the Santa Lucia range to the west. To the north, the City of Salinas acts as the major urban center for a number of rapidly growing communities along Highway 101.

The City of Greenfield is centered in one of the most productive agricultural areas in the world. The area has often been coined as the "Salad Bowl of the World." Over $2 billion (US) worth of fruits and vegetables are produced and shipped annually across the United States and abroad. Local tourism is increasing as more people are attracted to the area, which is also known as the center of "Steinbeck Country."

The area is also known as a premier wine grape growing region due to the rich soil and desirable climate. Vineyards, wineries and wine tasting rooms continue to expand throughout the region.

The latitude of Greenfield is 36.320N. The longitude is -121.242W.