Discussion on Agrivoltaics.  Relationship between solar and crops that help each other perform better.  Think solar panels providing shade over crops while providing power to the farm.

• AP Article on Agrivoltaics by John Flesher & Tammy Webber
• U of A Resource page on Agrivoltaics

Advantage of a dryer climate means less disease and high quality seed production.

Deep dive into plant genetics.  The science is exploding in many ways.  How genetics functions in breeding seeds.  Explains transgenic technology and the good benefits it can provide like growing cotton that needs no pesticides.  Changing the public perception of GMOs.

Dr. Silvertooth discusses why Arizona soils are unique for growing around various parts of the state.

Expanded Content: Arizona Farm Bureau Q & A with Dr. Silvertooth.

Discussion of water and how recent legislation will help Arizona agriculture dealing with climate, drought and other ways to protect a billion dollar industry.

Support local agriculture with a $60 annual Arizona Farm Bureau Membership

• https://www.azfb.org/join

Find local #FarmFresh commodities, Farmer’s Markets, C.S.A.’s along with great recipes on

• https://fillyourplate.org