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AI and sustainable farming focus of May 7 workshop with UC, partners

Drip-irrigated date palms in the Coachella Valley. Artificial intelligence may help farmers save water. Photo by Ali Montazar

On May 7, scientists from University of California, Riverside, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Colorado State University Extension, Kansas State University, University of Arizona, Central Arizona Project, and USDA-Agricultural Research Service...

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Many Southeast Asian refugee farmers in the Central Valley continue to struggle with linguistic and cultural obstacles in achieving viable agricultural livelihoods. Mien and Hmong farmers grow unique varieties of Southeast Asian vegetables and strawberries. Key challenges confronting these growers in marketing their produce are: - Language barriers - High cost of transportation - Competition with organic produce (for niche and boutique markets) - Centralized purchasing of many wholesalers, chain grocery stores and restaurants - Sophisticated food safety documentation and labeling requirements by larger customers

Read about: Marketing challenges and opportunities for Central Valley Southeast Asian refugee growers | View Other Stories

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