Agriculture contains information on a variety of subjects and issues important to agriculture in Arizona, throughout the U.S. and globally. There is information on field crops, including varieties, fertilizer recommendations, irrigation, pest management and many other cultural practices. Information on animals including beef cattle, dairy cows, horses and aquaculture is covered in this category. Finally, find the latest research information on emerging issues such as sustainable agriculture, urban interface, food safety, transgenics, drought and climate.
A 15-acre vacant lot on the corner of Indian School & Central Avenue in Phoenix will be transformed into community space with urban agriculture, art work, food trucks, and more. UA CALS Cooperative Extension is a large land partner on the project. The project, called PHX Renews, is a result of a partnership with Keep Phoenix Beautiful (a nonprofit), the City of Phoenix, and the landowner, Barron Collier Companies.