Along the banks of the San Joaquin River in Fresno County, an unusual soil has sparked heated, public conversations.

Along the banks of the San Joaquin River in Fresno County, an unusual soil has sparked heated, public conversations.

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Human Composted Soil Ignites Heated Debate in Fresno County

KQED newscast for Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Human Composted Soil Ignites Heated Debate in Fresno County

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