Opinions mixed on roll-out of new federal water rule
The Trump administration released its final rule Thursday redefining which waterways are protected under the Clean Water Act.
Scientists consider vertical farming ahead of changing climate
A UA researcher says the technique could help solve future food concerns.
UA researcher studying disease that could impact chocolate supply
The Swollen Shoot disease is affecting cacao trees in Ghana.
Restarted Mexican tomato investigation makes final duty determination
The Department of Commerce determined that Mexican tomatoes are likely to be sold for less than fair value.
UA gets go-ahead to open school of veterinary medicine
The program will be the first public vet school in Arizona.
Florida tomato growers reignite anti-dumping battle with Mexican producers
The Florida growers are pushing to resume an investigation despite a hard-fought agreement between Mexican growers and the USDA.
UA researchers put food safety under a microscope in Yuma
A study is looking into the reasons behind persistent E. coli outbreaks in the produce growing region.
What an archaeological dig near the Santa Cruz River may unearth about the past
The site was discovered during preliminary work on a new interchange near I-10 and Ruthrauff Road.
"Wise Bodies, Beautiful Elders" - photographer Jade Beall confronts ageism in the raw.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: The facts regarding mental illness and gun violence; and mushroom hunters go on a monsoon quest.
UA research farm using automation to innovate industry
The Maricopa Agricultural Center is a testing ground for precision agriculture.
UA scientist analyzing how well farming techniques travel
The researcher asks why a conservation agriculture method used in North America hasn't caught on in Zimbabwe.
Florida 'appreciates' new tomato proposal; Nogales growers concerned
A produce distributor based in Nogales says proposed changes are "logistically impossible."
500 Gila Topminnows make a splash at The Mission Garden
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Author Kimi Eisele on "The Lightest Object in the Universe"; singer Natalie Douglas returns to Tucson with the songs of Nat King Cole; and "A Love Letter to the Library" about MegaMania.
Southwest members of Congress decry produce protection measures
Critics say provisions could mean higher prices for consumers and endanger approval of the renegotiated NAFTA.
Tucson reviving a stretch of the Santa Cruz River
Tucson Water is putting water back into the Santa Cruz River near downtown.
