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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.

Precision Agriculture Taking Off For Yuma Farmers With Drones

Drones can detect disease, pollinate and project yields, among other tasks.

StoryCorps Invites America to Join in 'The Great Listen 2016'

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The "Feeding Our Future" series concludes with farmers and markets working together to feed Southern Arizonans.

Pima County Unveils Deal with Agribusiness Giant Monsanto

The company has purchased property near Marana, plans high-tech greenhouse.

Visit Camp Bravo, a Base for Homeless Vets in Tucson

Also on Arizona Spotlight: a rundown of important results from state elections; and "Feeding Our Future" visits Tucson barrios where positive change is growing.

Take a Ride in The Rap Van

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The 2016 election hits the home stretch in Arizona; students with mental illness struggle to cope in the classroom; Feeding Our Future, part 7: "The Politics of Produce Rescue"

Bridgestone Mulls "Guayule" Rubber Operation In Yuma

The tire company is researching desert shrub as an alternative to the rubber tree.

Feeding Our Future: Farmers and Markets

New ways to support small farmers and backyard gardeners, to grow our local food system

Feeding Our Future: Growing Community in Tucson’s Barrios

Home-grown efforts to improve Tucson’s struggling neighborhoods start with vegetable gardens.

Feeding Our Future: The Politics of Produce Rescue

They share the same goal of feeding the hungry, but sometimes food banks step on each other’s toes.

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