Biography

Clem Valero was born in Seville, Spain, and developed a lifelong fascination with citrus agriculture and botanical science. Clem is known for blending their scientific curiosity with creative storytelling, turning botanical studies into engaging narratives that reach both academic and public audiences. Clem currently serves as the Director of the “Citrus Futures Initiative,” advocating sustainable farming practices while celebrating the cultural significance of citrus fruits worldwide.

Publications

• “The Secret Lives of Citrus Trees: A Botanical Journey” – Journal of Botanical Storytelling, 2020

• “From Grove to Glass: The Cultural Citrus Connection” – International Journal of Food and Culture, 2021

• “Clementines in Contemporary Art and Literature” – Citrus Studies Quarterly, 2023

• “Sustainable Citrus Farming for the 21st Century” – Agriculture & Society Review, 2024