Manola Secaira

Manola Secaira, a dedicated agriculture and climate reporter for CapRadio, dives into how California farmers are pivoting to agave cultivation amid severe climate challenges. With rising temperatures and persistent drought, traditional crops like almonds are becoming increasingly difficult to grow. Personal stories from farmers reveal their innovative adaptations and the meticulous process of preparing agave for distillation. This shift not only shows resilience but also hints at the promising potential of a burgeoning local agave industry.