Arizona Spotlight for August 11th, 2022
Native plants return to Hermosillo's urban landscape; Tucsonan John Rhodes tells about his family's rodeo history; Meet the new CEO of The Western National Parks Association; and a short story by Aurelie Sheehan.
Family, festivities, food
Tamales are a popular holiday meal enjoyed by millions around the world.
Arizona representatives raise concerns about potential Mexican produce measures
In a letter, the politicians say certain provisions could harm the produce import industry of critical importance to Nogales, Arizona.
Sonora eases path for bacanora producers to sell products locally
A change allows authorized Bacanora producers to sell in shops for regional products without first having to obtain an expensive license.
Agave liquor Bacanora gains protected status in EU
Industry proponents say the recognition could up the appeal and value of Sonora's regional spirit.
Binational team of female brewers to debut IPA in Tucson
The effort brought together brewers from Tucson's Borderlands Brewing and Monterrey, Mexico's Turulata Brewing.
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.
After Mexican tomato deal, Farm Bureau wants same for other crops
A release says farmers need similar agreements for other crops sold at "artificially low prices."
Last-minute deal struck in Mexican tomato standoff
The deal could settle a long period of uncertainty over the importation of tomatoes from Mexico.
Florida 'appreciates' new tomato proposal; Nogales growers concerned
A produce distributor based in Nogales says proposed changes are "logistically impossible."
Mexican tomato imports still up after duties were imposed
Import weights in Nogales have increased year-over-year for two months in a row, though opponents warn higher prices are yet to come.
US-Mexico Tomato Import Negotiations Latest Row In Decades-Long Fight
Some U.S. growers see the billions of pounds of tomatoes imported from Mexico as an existential threat.
Super Bowl a Touchdown for Mexican Avocados
For many Americans, the big game isn't complete without guacamole, and Mexican exporters know it.
US Investigation Into Mexican Tomatoes Could Hurt Imports, Industry Rep Says
A Commerce Department decision means an investigation into tomato dumping will resume in May.
Exploring "Zero Hour", and the Rebellion of Zero Mostel
Also on Arizona Spotlight: A family separated for 6 years by the U.S. / Mexico border; Gary Paul Nabhan on "Food from the Radical Center"; and the Zoppè Family Circus legacy.
