Monthly Archives: November 2011

9th Annual American Heritage Festival

  Arizona Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program is participating in the 9th Annual American Heritage Festival to be held November 18th, 19th and 20th at Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek.  Considered the largest and most diverse educational living history … Continue reading

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Let’s Talk Turkey

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and if cooking dinner is on your to do list, planning and innovation are the key to a stress-free day.  Turkey dinner has come a long way since that first feast and cooks today … Continue reading

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Fun Facts About Pickles

  Historical Facts Pickles have been around since ancient times, although there is some disagreement as to when exactly in history people started eating them.  Some believe the first pickle was created in Mesopotamia in 2400 B.C.E. Others believe it … Continue reading

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Coals Heat Up at the Chuck Wagon & Dutch Oven Cook Offs

  Chuck Wagon Cook Off True cowboy cuisine doesn’t require any electricity.  The Arizona National Livestock Show will hold the Ninth Annual Chuck Wagon Cook Off on December 30, 2011 and the First Annual Dutch Oven Cook Off December 31, … Continue reading

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Arizona Leafy Greens Week Celebrates Impact of Lettuce on State’s Economy

Gov. Jan Brewer dedicates Nov. 13-19 in honor of state’s bountiful leafy greens harvest In recognition of the bountiful harvest generated by Arizona’s abundant lettuce industry, Governor Jan Brewer has proclaimed November 12-19, Arizona Leafy Greens Week.     “The continued viability of this … Continue reading

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