Valley 101

Copper, cattle and climate: Why are these included in Arizona's 5 Cs?

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Citrus, cotton, copper, cattle and climate — these are the five Cs of Arizona. They're the five economic drivers that transformed Arizona from a small cowboy town to a growing metropolis. 

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How copper helped grow the population in Arizona, and how it's still a major industry in the state. 
  • How the cattle industry grew in Arizona and why it's still a major industry despite its downturn post-peak downturn
  • How Arizona has leveraged its climate to attract tourists in the past, and how residents can think about its climate going forward. 

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