San Julián, Chile
San Julian is a small town located on the south bank of the Limarí river, in Limarí Province, IV Region of Coquimbo, Chile, 15 km southwest of the city of Ovalle. Administratively it is part of the commune of Ovalle.
The village is a long street around which the houses are located, usually somewhat distant from one another. The inhabitants are mainly small farmers who cultivate lands located between the street and the river, corresponding to a large terrace of Limarí Valley.
Economy
Artichoke is the main crop, followed in importance by paprika type peppers. To a lesser extent also potatoes, onions, tomatoes and fodder are cultivated. Growing of avocados is also relevant, which are virtually the only fruit with economic importance.
In recent years, important agricultural companies have made significant investments in the fields surrounding the village which kept uncultivated mainly due to limited irrigation. Thus, the Concha y Toro Company has planted a significant area of vineyards, Contador Frutos has done similar with almonds and a third company, continues to expand the area planted with avocado trees, using the hillsides.
A significant part of the workforce of the place, mainly the younger ones, are agricultural workers, many of whom work for these three companies.