Monthly Archives: June 2012

Make Everyday Eat Your Veggies Day

As a society, we are missing the mark when it comes to the nutritional guidelines recommended by the USDA.  A study entitled State of the Plate conducted by the Produce for Better Health Foundation shows that less than 10% of us … Continue reading

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10 Tips for Saving Money on Food

For many American families food is one of the bigger items on their monthly budget.  With prices steadily increasing, every family is looking for ways to fill their plates and stretch their food dollar.  Here are 10 tips for saving … Continue reading

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Grocery Store Lifeline: How to Choose From All The Food Options Today

By: Peggy Jo Goodfellow, Arizona Farm Bureau I really don’t like to shop. But I do like to eat so shopping for good food is a must!  I have learned that the best way to lessen the pain of grocery … Continue reading

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Celebrate Dairy Month With Gourmet Milkshakes Created By Local Chefs

As part of the June Dairy Month campaign by the Dairy Council of Arizona, chefs across the valley are creating gourmet milkshakes and featuring them at their restaurants. They are using Shamrock Farms milk as well to keep it local   … Continue reading

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What’s In Season in June?

When it comes to access to fresh, locally grown produce, it doesn’t get much better than living in Arizona.  June brings higher temps and some new tasty in season produce options.  Check your grocer’s produce aisle and local farmer’s market … Continue reading

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