4-H is the largest youth development organization in the United States, reaching nearly six million kids. Administered by the USDA and local land-grant universities, it helps youth ages 5 to 19 learn leadership, citizenship, and life skills through hands-on, "learn-by-doing" projects.

Botanical Interests founder Curtis Jones has given a combined $1.2M to Tucson Village Farm and the Pima County Master Gardener program. The gifts will enable both programs to expand access and educational opportunities for communities across Southern Arizona.

If your pinyon pine has been thinning or looking stressed over the past few years, a tiny insect may be to blame. Pinyon needle scale (Matsucoccus acalyptus) is a native pest in Arizona that can slowly weaken and even kill trees if left unmanaged.

Stinknet is an invasive species of wildflower that has been spreading across Arizona, and although some may find its yellow flowers attractive, it is doing untold damage to our native ecosystems.

The Water Resources Research Center annual conference brought together more than 700 experts and stakeholders online and in person.

Spring is in the air and so is gardening. Anticipation of the future harvest is great time to start thinking about saving excess to enjoy year-round. Food preservation helps reduce waste, stretch your food budget, and enjoy seasonal flavors all year long.

The Pima County Master Gardener program is focused on community education. But the harvest has to go somewhere – and now it’s helping feed the campus community.

Ayman Mostafa, director of Maricopa County Extension and the Center for Urban Smart Agriculture explains some of the ways Cooperative Extension can help.

The Roosevelt Early Childhood Family Resource Center has been enriching lives with parenting and family development research for 15 years.