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Lost LA
Oranges & Avocados: A Tale of Two Fruits
Season 9
Episode 2
Southern California was built on agriculture. Nathan visits the Parent Washington navel orange tree and traces the rise of the Hass avocado.
"Lost LA" Season 9 is supported by the Ann Ray Foundation and the Roy + Patricia Disney Family Foundation.
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