Publication: Leaf Magazines / California Leaf
Issue: June 2026
Published Online: June 2, 2026
Author: Angela-Jordan Aguilar
Photography: Courtesy of Latinas in Cannabis
Featuring: Sue Carlton / Ranchera Mami + Susie Plascencia / Latinas in Cannabis
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California Leaf featured Sue “Ranchera Mami” Carlton in La Revolución Verde, a June 2026 feature exploring the growing influence of Latinas in Cannabis and the importance of cultura, community, representation, and collective empowerment within the industry.
The feature highlights the work of Latinas in Cannabis, founded by Susie Plascencia, and the community of Latina entrepreneurs, advocates, educators, and cultivators helping create greater visibility and opportunity throughout cannabis.
Sue is featured as a third-generation Latina farmer and founder of Ranchera Familia in California, with the article highlighting her approach to farming, stewardship, sustainability, and her commitment to continuously showing up for her community.
Speaking about Sue's impact within the organization, Susie Plascencia tells Leaf that Sue's willingness to give and support others represents the spirit Latinas in Cannabis is working to build.
The feature connects Sue's work as a farmer with the larger movement toward greater Latina ownership, visibility, education, and economic participation within cannabis.
Featured: Sue “Ranchera Mami” Carlton
Farm: Ranchera Familia
Organization: Latinas in Cannabis
Publication: California Leaf / Leaf Magazines
Issue: June 2026
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