Category Archives: Focus on Agriculture

Fun Facts About Pistachios

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Pistachios are a delicious snack with many health benefits and nutrients. Check out these fun facts about pistachios before tuning in to our segment with Rosie on the House at 8 am, Saturday, … Continue reading →

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How to Support Arizona Farmers

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern     Arizona farms are local, family owned businesses that provide the freshest produce, baked goods, and other great items for your family’s meals every day. Like most businesses, these places have been affected … Continue reading →

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Fun Facts About Gourds

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern     Did you know gourds grow in Arizona? They thrive in the warm weather, especially at the Wuertz’s Gourd Farm (learn more about Wuertz family here). The Wuertz family have been growing gourds … Continue reading →

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Arizona Wheat Can Improve Your Heart Health

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Arizona Farm Bureau   I am sure you already know whole grains are good for you. But do you know what they do for you? Eating whole grain products such as quinoa, … Continue reading →

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Sesame Chard Salad

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Pixabay   What is chard? “The colorful, leafy green known as Swiss chard is actually a beet that was developed specifically for its edible stems and leaves, which are often used in … Continue reading →

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