Agave growing with other crops, ventures at new North Bay ag hub
With the native Mexico plant known to produce tequila, agave is being studied with the first funding by the state through UC Davis.
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- Ag may now stand for agave among Sonoma County’s next generation of farmers combating climate change.
- When asked if Sonoma County is suitable for agave plant growth, [Craig Reynolds] said “yes” but added not everywhere.
Ag may now stand for agave among Sonoma County’s next generation of farmers combating climate change.
The hardy plant used in the production of mezcal liquors, including tequila, is also used in soap, medicine, as a sweetener, and as a biofuel.
Agave is growing in popularity in California — from 50 acres in the last few years to over 200 acres, according to researchers at the University of California, Davis. Since agaves thrive in hot, dry conditions, they need on average only one-fifteenth of the water that other crops do.
Full article: https://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/article/industrynews/agave-petaluma-agriculture-hub/