
The tangled fates of Arizona and Arabia
The Landscape
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Arizona's Agricultural Influence on Saudi Arabia
Exploring the historical partnership between Arizona and Saudi Arabia in agriculture, focusing on figures like Carl Twitchell and their pivotal role in advising the Saudi monarchy. The chapter discusses the influence of Arizona's agriculture on Saudi Arabia's dairy industry and the controversial export of Arizona's groundwater to support cattle farming in Saudi Arabia. It also delves into the challenges and failures of desalination projects in both regions, highlighting the struggle for efficiency and sustainability.
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