Some California farmers are ditching popular crops for less thirsty varieties

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By Ana Sofia KnaufJul 28, 2015, 7:42 pm65 pts
As I grew up in Southern California, avocados and oranges were always a family favorite. We looked forward to the warmer months when the local fruits became bountiful and dotted farmers markets and restaurant menus everywhere. On family trips to the beach, we’d drive past miles of orange and lemon orchards.…

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