Agave Takes Root in Central Valley Ag School Programs

KQED's The California Report by KQED

Sep 10, 20269:02News & Politics

A new plant is taking root in ag classrooms: agave. At a test plot in Merced County, agave is becoming the primary subject of coursework. Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR A new lawsuit filed in Kern County details sexual a...

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