Category Archives: Water

Grains of gold

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Charlotte

In El Salvador the coffee bean is known as ‘el grano de oro’ – the grain of gold. And for good reason. No other country in the region has depended so heavily on coffee in its history and economic development. … Continue reading →

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The acequias of San Ignacio

Posted on January 2, 2011 by Charlotte

‘Acequias’ are open ditches carrying water everywhere in San Ignacio – through palms, down streets, to holding ponds, and to the farms further away. The source is a series of springs in Arroyo San Ignacio. People used to drink the … Continue reading →

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Growth spurt in Northern Baja

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Charlotte

Agriculture in Northern Baja is a big employer. In just 200 miles we’ve passed olive groves, vineyards, tuna farms, tomato polytunnels, strawberry plantations and prickly-pear cactus fields. I never considered that wine was produced in Mexico, but apparently Mexico became … Continue reading →

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Water worries

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Charlotte

In southern California it’s difficult to escape the water scarcity issue. In a place that is known for its go with the flow lifestyle, the approach to water is anything but. The flow has been manipulated and depleted to create … Continue reading →

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