Welcome to The Agave Lab
Exploring and Celebrating Agave Culture, Craft, and Cultivation
The Agave Lab grows over 20 species of agave and counting, focusing on native California and Southwestern US agave varieties that were traditionally used for food, medicine, fiber and distilled spirits.
In addition to agave, we grow bio-regionally and climate appropriate crops like mesquite, elderberry, prickly pear, and other edible, medicinal and drinkable dryland and subtropical plants.
Help us cultivate a culture of joy and resilience.
Help us cultivate a culture of joy and resilience.
Diverse & Climate-Appropriate Agriculture
We grow regionally and climate-appropriate crops like mesquite, elderberry, prickly pear, and other edible, medicinal, and drinkable dryland and subtropical plants.
Honoring Agave Traditions
We celebrate the cultures and traditions of the people and places who have tended to agave landscapes, using agave for food, fiber, and fermented & distilled beverages.
Commitment to Regeneration
We are committed to biodiversity, building healthy soils, and striving toward regenerative ways of growing and living.
Handcrafted & Human-Scaled
We value hand-made and human-scale practices in everything we do.
A Narrative of Respect & Cooperation
We want to contribute to the narrative of respect and cooperation.
Ancestral Roots & Community Sustainability
We honor agave’s ancestral roots and traditions that have sustained communities for generations.
Exploration & Innovation
We are driven by a spirit of exploration and innovation.
Why Agave?
Agave is more than a plant—it’s a symbol of resilience and sustainability. We’re exploring how agave can be a sustainable alternative to other crops and products, from distilled spirits to textiles, surfboards, building materials, fuels and medicine. By honoring traditional practices and innovating for the future, we’re creating a model for regenerative agriculture that thrives in arid climates.
