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    Posted on March 3rd, 2009

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    Aussies reckon tequila plant’s worth a shot in biofuel search

    Aussies reckon tequila plant’s worth a shot in biofuel search

    It’s most well-known for being the main ingredient in the production of the Mexican spirit tequila, but a drought-resistant succulent plant is being touted as the next generation in biofuels. Central Americans have used the sap of the agave plant to distill their potent brew for centuries, but an Australian company wants to harness its [...]

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    Posted on January 13th, 2009

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    Tequila boom triggers social, environmental hangover in Mexico

    Tequila boom triggers social, environmental hangover in Mexico

    New North Carolina State University research shows that tequila’s surge in popularity over the past 15 years has been a boon for industry, but is triggering a significant hangover of social and environmental problems in the region of Mexico where the once-notorious liquor is produced.
    Tequila is distilled from the blue agave plant and, according to [...]