L.A. Times - Food & Dining: Farmers Markets: California's sweet Valencias hit by many threats

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L.A. Times - Food & Dining Headlines from latimes.com

Farmers Markets: California's sweet Valencias hit by many threats Jul 6th 2013, 07:00, by By David Karp The number of acres of Valencia oranges has plummeted over the years due to competition and disease, but they can be found at local markets in abundance, and their quality is excellent. PAUMA VALLEY, Calif. — The vista from the foothills of Mt. Palomar recalls classic citrus labels, a sea of green dotted with bright orange fruit. Frost-free, with south-facing slopes, pure water and good drainage, this is among the best land in Southern California for growing Valencia oranges and one of the last redoubts for an iconic but besieged crop. Media files: 16x9

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