Friday, July 5, 2013

L.A. Times - Food & Dining: Valencia oranges, under siege in California, fight to survive

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L.A. Times - Food & Dining
Headlines from latimes.com
thumbnail Valencia oranges, under siege in California, fight to survive
Jul 5th 2013, 19:49, by By David Karp

Production of Valencia oranges, an emblematic crop in California, has dropped dramatically. A bacterial disease deadly to trees could provide another big blow.

PAUMA VALLEY, Calif. — The vista from the foothills of Mt. Palomar recalls classic citrus labels, a sea of green dotted with bright orange fruits. 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.

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