From Clovis to Hanford in Central California, the mature succulents known as agave americana are dying. And there is little anyone can do. But this isn’t a case of errant pesticides, disease or insect ...

More than 100 California farmers have planted agave in the last five years as the industry grows 110% annually, with $2.3 billion market value.

Researchers to examine whether agave can be grown commercially in California Agave requires minimal watering, which is ideal for a drought-prone state Plants provide source of fiber, alternative ...

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — An Agave plant at Western Michigan University's Finch Greenhouse is getting a lot of attention from botany enthusiasts around the region. No magic beans were involved, but rather an ...

After nearly 30 years of waiting, two agave plants on the CU Boulder campus are having their moment in the sun. 1380 30th St. No public parking on site. The plants, which adorn an outdoor garden near ...

ST. LOUIS — A critically endangered plant is in bloom at the Missouri Botanical Garden, and it could play an important role in the survival of its species. MoBOT posted photos to Twitter Tuesday of an ...