by Tahra Goraya | Aug 5, 2026 | Agriculture, Economy Matters, MBEP News
Drive through the Salinas Valley in almost any season and you’ll see it: mile after mile of lettuce, strawberries and broccoli, tended by crews working before sunrise to keep the nation’s produce aisles stocked. It’s easy to take for granted. It shouldn’t be....
by Tahra Goraya | Jul 30, 2026 | Economy Matters, MBEP News, Tech & Innovation
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant, futuristic idea — it is already reshaping agriculture, healthcare, education, and local business across our region. From precision irrigation on Salinas Valley farms to diagnostic tools in our clinics, AI is quietly...