Fluid for Thought
Arizona has historically done an excellent job of managing its water. It’s up to us to make sure it continues to do so.
Tom Pitts
August 4, 2026
Arizona has historically done an excellent job of managing its water. It’s up to us to make sure it continues to do so.
Don’t let the nuances of our high desert environment discourage you from the satisfaction of growing your own food and supplying your own fresh flower bouquets. Especially when there are simple steps you can take to enjoy an abundant garden.
Forestdale Farm in Flagstaff turns water scarcity into a model of resilience.
Holly Skaggs shares the story of Wild Tonic, her nationally distributed jun beverage.
Ditch bosses like Herald Harrington of Bent River Ranch help ensure Verde Valley farmland remains irrigated.
The Southwest Wine Center in Clarkdale is an estate vineyard and Arizona’s premier viticulture and enology school.
Vincent Murray explores the history surrounding the ditch system that irrigates the Verde Valley.
Every purchase we make is a statement. Every dollar we spend sends a signal. And each time we pull out our wallet, we cast a vote.
A Flagstaff nonprofit inspires creativity, confidence, and connection through the textile arts
The local food system in this region hinges on walk-in refrigerators like this one—which sits on farm property just off Highway 89 and was built with grant funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Rosebird Farms and Flagstaff CSA + Local Market connect consumers to AZ grown produce year round.
Long before machines and synthetic materials became part of our daily existence, we relied on animals not just for food, but for fiber. Equally important were the people who knew how to convert it into something useful.
The Moceri family, owners and operators of Gerardo’s Pizzeria in Sedona, continue their legacy of serving customers and supporting sustainable food.
Originating in Mexico and Central America, this heirloom species is about the size of a grape and tastes like a mix between a cucumber and a lime. They are tart, crunchy, and definitely kid-friendly.
Observing Phenology Brings Unexpected Pleasure
