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Agave & Cactus Talk

Talking about Agave & Cactus from farms to products. I will cover using permaculture practices on farms for the new industry of California Agave & Cactus, such as the use of animals & biomimicry. California Agave today is mainly being used for spirits, and cactus fruit is mainly being used for consumption or wine. I farm both agave & cactus in Hi Vista & Lancaster, which are cities in Northeast Los Angeles County, & in the Western Mojave Desert. I will talk about my experiences, observations,

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54:10

Different resources for learning about agave farming...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/03/24

in this podcast I discuss some of my favorite resources for farming agave and cactus in California *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on : instagram: farmingandgardeningcalifornia email: ranchoorodelmojave@gmail.com contact form on agaverocaliforniano.com Youtube: Agavero Californiano *** Also visit and support the California Agave Alliance, at Californiaagavealliance.com, we are working on creating a diverse and equitable agave industry

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21:18

how many agave do I need to plant every acre?

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/03/20

in this podcast I discuss what seems like a simple question, how many agave do I need for every acre I am planting? This is actually a complex question like almost everything in farming lol. I try to answer it in this short podcast i did while I sorted seeds, but as you see, the answer is - It varies, and it varies alot ! Anyways enjoy this podcast and have a great day. If you have anyone you would like to be on the podcast, a topic you want me to discuss, or you want to be on the podcast, leave a

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38:27

Why i am excited about Prickly Pear Seed oil & why i...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/03/20

in this podcast I discuss a little bit about cactus seed oils and why I think cactus farmers in california and globally should begin to start prickly pear oil at a craft level to be ready to take advantage of a booming industry that is developing in the United states and globally. Prickly pear seed oils are increasingly being used in cosmetics, food processing and for other benefits which may include medicinal uses. This is something im definitely exploring on my farm and hopefully others get

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50:39

5 big misconceptions about agave from new agave...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/03/17

in this podcast I discuss the 5 biggest misconceptions i am seeing with new farmers of agave in california. These are pretty dangerous misconceptions and I definitely encourage caution to any farmer that believes one of them to be true. They can set you up for failure, so listen to this podcast and hopefully avoid believing them. Have a great day, hope yall enjoy! *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on : instagram:

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46:37

What agave are native to CA?

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/03/17

In this podcast I discuss what Agave are confirmed Native to California, some which are naturalized and some that have been created here. We have 6 confirmed and 3 possibile california native agaves, several dozen naturalized agave, and potentially thousands created by backyard breeders, collectors, farmers, tissue culturalists, university and garden institutions. Lots of potential from California agave, and they are some of the strongest agave in the family, so they deserve to be at the center of

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57:20

Why every agave farm in CA should grow CA Natives

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/03/16

in this podcast I discuss why every agave farm in California should be growing their CA Native Plants that are hyperlocal to them. I talk about how I am doing this and why I see it as a huge aid to any agave farm. Native plants can be farmed and im doing it. You can do it also and it can improve & save your ecosystem. Many remove their virginity land, or strip till for a clean slate, and hopefully this podcast makes you never have that idea again, the natives should not be destroyed, we need to

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25:38

Dealing with rattlesnakes on an agave & cactus farm

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/02/04

in this podcast I discuss why having a plan to deal with rattlesnakes is great for your farm. Rattlesnakes can live in simbiosis with farmers and proving many positive benefits such as rodent control, disease control, seed dispersal, & aeration. Rattlesnakes in balance can significantly boost the number of agave and cactus that live on your farm and boost overall plant health. Much like my ground squirrel podcast, the Rattlesnakes are no longer seen as an enemy, but as an ally. Many times

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72:20

How you can fertilize/improve soil for your agave or...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/02/03

Today we talk about different methods of fertilizing or improving the soil for your agave and cactus. All these ways are natural, non synthetic chemical methods that will not only aid your agave & cactus, but also make you more profitable and adaptable. Copying nature often results in alot less work as well. Enjoy todays podcast. If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on : instagram: farmingandgardeningcalifornia email:

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20:36

How & why to boost burrowing owls on your farm

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/01/31

Todays episode is on how to boost the burrowing owls on your farm, such as making suitable habitat for them, and why you want more burrowing owls. They can be an important part of pest managment and can be wonderful wildlife addition to your property. Funny enough dogs play a crucial part in attracting burrowing owls. Anyways have a greay day! *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on : instagram: farmingandgardeningcalifornia email:

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37:37

Agave Saponins & how they are a potential disruptor...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/01/29

Today we are talking about how saponins from agaves could potentially be a huge disruptor in the chemical industry globally and the usa. The industrial spraying of herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, anti bacterial, & anti viral chemicals can potentially be replaced by agave saponins. They are natural plant chemicals already found in natural settings and possess many anti viral, bacterial, fungal and pest fighting capabilities. It also is biodegradable and will not stay in your soil &

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112:45

Planting some Fruit and Leguminous Trees for my agave...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/01/21

In this pod I talk about some of the recently planted fruit and leguminous trees that me and Nori have added to the farm. They each have some great benefits for an agave and cactus farm so i talk a little about what I love about all of them and each one individually. The trees i talk about are:Mexican Palo Verde ( Punko) Chinese Mormon Apricot Fig tree Chilean Mesquite Pink Lady Apply Fruiting Olive tree(Manzanillo, sevillano, arbequina,) It is rainy season in CA so we have to be quick and

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144:21

Different Columnar Cacti you can farm

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2026/01/21

Today I talk about several of the different columnar cacti I grow on my farm for forage, fruits, flowers etc. Most of them are very drought, cold, & wind hardy. Its been a huge surprise to me none of them have been commercialized because of their enormous potential. Hope yall enjoy, this was kind of a long one haha. *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on : instagram: farmingandgardeningcalifornia email:

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57:00

Chat with Nativo Texas #2

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/12/19

Season 2 Episode 41 of Agave & Cactus Talk. A conversation on Agave with my friend Chris from @nativotexas . We chat about our agave farms and some of the things we have been implementing! Merry Xmas to everyone 🎄

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32:35

Agave as a building material

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/12/18

Todays episode is a primer on beginning to think of agave as a building material. It has been used for lots of different building solutions from foundations, floors, walls, roofing, and as replacement studs among other uses. Enjoy the podcast, and have a great day! *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on : instagram: farmingandgardeningcalifornia email: ranchoorodelmojave@gmail.com contact form on agaverocaliforniano.com tiktok:

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63:07

Capturing Rainwater & Sunshine

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/12/06

Todays episode is on why having rainwater capture systems and solar energy on your farm can be beneficial and how it can make you a more adaptive, profitable, and sustainable farmer. I think energy and water systems can easily be compromised by corporations or the government and you should seek to be as independent as possible to always make sure your farm is running. Enjoy the podcast, and have a great day! *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on

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76:11

Choosing a piece of land to farm

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/12/05

Hey everyone, today's podcast is on choosing a piece of land to farm. Mainly I'll be talking today about how I chose my piece of land to farm agave & cactus, and hopefully you'll learn some lessons that you can apply to the search of your land that you want to utilize to farm. Enjoy the podcast! *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me by email or message me on : instagram: farmingandgardeningcalifornia email: ranchoorodelmojave@gmail.com contact form on

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31:52

When do i plant agave & cactus if I want to dryfarm?

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/11/22

In this episode I talk about when I choose to plant to dryfarm my agave and cactus and some advice and tips for your area so you may so the same. Dryfarming has to start during s certain time and you have to be vigilant to not let the windows skip you by. in California that windows has already started as we have gotten some great storms. So we plant!! Enjoy the podcast and if you have any topics you want me to cover let me know. Have a great day!*** If you need any Furcraea, agave or cactus

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64:01

Chinese grown cactus & prickly pears

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/11/19

In this podcast i dive into an article called "cactus cultivation boosts rural development in SW China" by CGTN . It was a very interesting article full of implications, lessons and interesting facts that can help us farmers around the world be better cactus farmers and entrepreneurs. I dive into the article through my view and it really brought me alot of excitement as a cactus farmer, consultant, and farm developer. Hope you enjoy! *** If you need any Agave, cactus or furcraea plants contact me

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27:56

We are building an adobe/stone hybrid oven for agave,...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/11/17

Today I talk about an Adobe & stone hybrid oven i am building with my girlfriend Nory. Her style is Adobe, mine stone, so we combined the two to make something special. The base will be all native stone, & the top will be an adobe oven inside a step pyramid. We are about halfway finished & are now preparing to make adobe bricks. These smaller ovens can be very useful to cook food like bread and pizza or roast agave piñas, so it will serve many purposes. it is also positioned in a

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80:37

Agave Ovatifolia: Why I am doubling down on growing...

Agave & Cactus Talk ·

2025/11/15

Today I talk about an agave that has been getting alot of my attention lately. The last time I had mature agave Ovatifolia, I used them for spirits and was very surprised by what they put out. I thought then, I need to mass propogate and grow this agave for myself. Since it was unavailable or extremly expensive, it was not feasible for a farm. Now by harvesting the mature flower stalks and saving all the seed i have an affordable option to mass grow these as well as offer them to the industry here

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