Experts see big opportunities for drones in farming

The Federal Aviation Administration is developing regulations to open the skies to drones by 2015.  Agriculture is expected to be one of the largest potential markets for drones.

Arizona ranchers hoping for a good summer, despite ongoing drought

Last year, farmers and ranchers across the country grappled with a devastating drought. With the hot summer months closer than many of us care to admit, KJZZ’s Nick Blumberg reports on how dry weather in Arizona affects crops and cattle. 

Freezing temps cause price of lettuce to soar

Prices for winter lettuce grown in southwestern Arizona are rising because of damage caused by the freezing temperatures.

Hopi students turn to solar, wind energy for greenhouses

Schools on reservation lands are turning to solar and wind power to both power classrooms and provide some teaching tools.

Phoenix groups looking to fill empty lots with gardens

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton has unveiled a new project that will create temporary public space on land just north of downtown that currently sits vacant.

Beef prices up, production down

Ranchers in Arizona -- and across the US -- are cutting back beef production to stay in business. The shrinking cattle market is at its lowest level in 60 years.

The case for Arizona's agricultural future

Arizona continues to face an ongoing drought, but a new paper suggests the state's farming future is important, and can be done more efficiently.

Investigation launched into beef from ill cows

Federal regulators are trying to find out whether beef from sick cows reached the human food supply through a Central California slaughterhouse near Fresno.

Arizona among states with lettuce recall

Romaine lettuce shipped to 19 states, including Arizona, may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria.

Make a plan to save some cash

If you're looking for some savings at the supermarket, the Arizona Farm Bureau advises having a plan.

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