Public-Private Partnerships in Food Systems: How It’s Done at the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture

Brierley’s thorough presentation offered an overview of Yuma’s distinct contribution to Arizona agriculture. The county's geographic position, climate, and fertile soil are ideal for growing leafy greens, earning it the moniker “America’s Winter Salad Bowl”. He has also reviewed several of YCEDA’s projects related to plant health and water management.