AZ: Sustainable Agriculture and Farming
Indigenous AZ researcher calls for more quality focused farming
By Breanna Draxler for Yes! Magazine.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Arizona News Connection reporting for the Yes! Magazine-Public News …
Innovative Irrigation System Aims to Save Dwindling AZ Water Supplies
PHOENIX -- The extended drought and climate change have pushed Arizona into water restrictions for 2022, and farmers could see their allotments …
New Report Gives Arizona’s Verde River Watershed a C+
COTTONWOOD, Ariz. - Conservationists say a first-of-its-kind report on Arizona's Verde River Watershed provides a clear road map to restoring the …
To Save Water, Arizona Farmers Try Beer
CAMP VERDE, Ariz. – The Verde River, which flows through central Arizona, is a critical source of water in this arid state. So, The Nature …
State Says Fish in Gila River Now Safe to Eat
PHOENIX – For the first time in decades, fish in the Gila River and its tributaries are now safe to eat. That's according to the Arizona …
It's National Farmers Market Week in Arizona, Nation
QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. - Fresh foods for consumers and revenue for Arizona's farmers are being promoted this week during "National Farmers' Market Week." …
Study Urges Reuse and Conservation as Colorado River Endures Record Drought
PHOENIX – Water conservation and reuse are being urged in a study that makes recommendations about addressing the Colorado River drought…
Farm Bill Agreement: A "Win" for Clean-Energy Programs
PHOENIX – Final passage of the much-delayed federal Farm Bill is expected today. The five-year compromise includes funding for programs that …
FDA Aims to Reduce Use of Antibiotics in Farm Animals
PHOENIX - With the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, the FDA wants to phase out the use of antibiotics to promote faster growth in farm animals…
Veggie Farmer: New Food Safety Rules are an Over-reach
PHOENIX – The new Food Safety Modernization Act became law early in 2011 and is now going through an implementation process that includes making…
Is Toxic Algae in Waters Near You?
PHOENIX – Toxic algae can be found in lakes, ponds and rivers across the country. And according to a recent report by the National Wildlife …
Report: Another Reason to Go Meatless Today
PHOENIX - Observing "Meatless Monday" may not only be good for your health and for animals, but a new study says it's also good for the environment…