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Subdivisions Sprawl Into Idaho Farmlands

Posted by: Abhijeet Chavan
Thanks to: Jon Cecil
24 June 2005 - 8:00am

How agriculture is changing in Idaho's Treasure Valley region where farms are giving way to new surburban development.

"The valley's transformation is bittersweet for longtime residents who now enjoy the increased cultural, entertainment and shopping opportunities as well as more jobs and housing that come with a growing population and booming development. But many also mourn the loss of open space, empty roads and solitude unique to rural and agricultural areas.Farmers face similar contradictions. "

Full Story: Treasure Valley farmers see their way of life slipping away
Source: The Idaho Statesman, June 22, 2005
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