Temporary Farmworkers Increase, But Not Agents Protecting Labor Rights
Arizona farmers are increasingly using migrant workers, but Labor Department enforcement is not keeping pace.
Tributary Projects Aim to Improve Health of San Pedro River
Watershed work aims for increased flows and health of the undammed river.
Right in Your Backyard: Foraging for Food in the Sonoran Desert
This week we learn to harvest cholla buds, speak with expert Gary Nabhan and visit an urban farm that's doing a lot more than growing vegetables.
Flake Asks Arizona to Speak Up in Support of NAFTA
The senator says the agreement brings millions into the state.
Arizona-Mexico Trade Comes in Education, Too
UA recruits to keep flow of graduate students, while Mexico needs tech help.
Study: Soil Bacteria Can Improve Crop Yields During Droughts
Grain crops like corn and wheat produced up to 40 percent more seeds.
A Gourmet Feast Grown with a Green(house) Thumb
The meal features food grown in controlled environments.
Researchers Give Corn a Tool to Fight Fungus
Genetic modification stops carcinogen growth in corn.
Pull on Your Boots: It's Rodeo Time in Tucson
Traditional parade kicks off four days of ridin', ropin' and bronc bustin'.
Opponents 'More Determined Than Ever' to Keep Monsanto Out of Tucson
GMO Free Arizona efforts come despite the company's decision to drop its request for tax breaks.
Monsanto Pulls Tax Break Request, But Stays in County
Widespread opposition to the agricultural giant's plans for a corn-seed operation near Marana.
Government Takes Nibble out of Cattle Grazing Fees
Some in Arizona welcome the decrease, while others don't foresee a big impact.
Looking for Food-Borne Pathogens in Unusual Places
The Yuma agriculture industry wants to know what carries the pathogens and how far.
Study: Lake Mead Shortage Could Slow Home Construction, Agriculture
Drought declaration would cause rationing that would affect adequate water supplies.
Pima County Meetings Air Objections to Monsanto Site
The first of five took place in Oro Valley earlier this week, mostly serving as venue for opposition.
