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Yuma agriculture generates $4.4B in state economic activity, new U of A study finds

Feb. 11, 2025

A new economic impact study reveals the critical role of Yuma County in Arizona's economy. Yuma's agriculture and agribusiness contributed $4.4 billion in economic activity to the state of Arizona and $3.9 billion to Yuma County in 2022.

Flames spreading through dry grass and brush in a wildfire, with firefighters on scene to control the blaze

Trial by fire: U of A-developed tool cuts through the noise in wildfire management

Dec. 11, 2024

The Burn Period Tracker tool provides real-time information on the number of hours per day that relative humidity is less than or equal to 20% – a metric informally known as the "burn period."

State Confirms Avian Influenza in Central Arizona Backyard Flock

Dec. 2, 2024

Watch for signs in your flock after birds in Maricopa County were infected with a highly pathogenic avian flu strain often found in wild water fowl.

New crisis helpline opens for Arizona’s agricultural and forestry communities

Nov. 20, 2024

The AgriStress Helpline, a collaborative effort by AgriSafe Network and Arizona state partners, offers specialized crisis support for the agricultural community.