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31 Great Ways to Get to Know Goat Cheese
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08.05.2013

31 Great Ways to Get to Know Goat Cheese

Mini goat cheese tarts are just one of the many delicious treats you can make using goat cheese. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) There is no question…

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Wacky for Watermelon
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08.02.2013

Wacky for Watermelon

What are you going to do to celebrate National Watermelon Day? Try some of these tips for some family fun! (Photo credit: Wikipedia) If there…

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Farmer Q&A With Nicholas Larsen, Banana Grower and Farm Bureau Member in Florida
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08.01.2013

Farmer Q&A With Nicholas Larsen, Banana Grower and Farm Bureau Member in Florida

There are about 500 acres of bananas grown in Florida. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This article originally appeared in the January/February 2013 issue of Foodie News, brought…

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What’s in Season in August
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07.31.2013

What’s in Season in August

Green-beans (Photo credit: Wikipedia) It’s hard to believe it is August already but the back to school sales and monsoon rainstorms don’t lie.  But even…

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Interesting Findings From Consumer Research On Types of Meat In Supermarkets
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07.30.2013

Interesting Findings From Consumer Research On Types of Meat In Supermarkets

This article originally appeared in the January/February 2013 issue of Foodie News, brought to you by the Public Relations Department of the American Farm Bureau Federation.…

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Say Cheese…..Its National Cheesecake Day!
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07.29.2013

Say Cheese…..Its National Cheesecake Day!

New York Cheesecake (Photo credit: Wikipedia) National Cheesecake Day, which is unofficially celebrated on July 30, is only days away and if you haven’t already…

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7 Great Ways Blueberries Can Brighten Your Day
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07.26.2013

7 Great Ways Blueberries Can Brighten Your Day

What is your favorite thing to make with blueberries?  (Photo credit: Wikipedia) When it comes time to pick up some fresh fruit at the farmers…

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USDA Releases New Maps Identifying Major Crop Producing Areas: Sorghum
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07.25.2013

USDA Releases New Maps Identifying Major Crop Producing Areas: Sorghum

A total of 40 new maps have been prepared, showing major crop-producing areas in the United States, China, India, Pakistan, and South Africa.  Earlier versions…

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How to Make the Perfect Hot Dog
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07.24.2013

How to Make the Perfect Hot Dog

Photograph of a Coney Island hot dog. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Although we tend to think of hot dogs as All-American, they are actually immigrants from…

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Heed the Warnings: Safety Tips For Driving When Dust Storms Approach
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07.23.2013

Heed the Warnings: Safety Tips For Driving When Dust Storms Approach

Walls of moving dust that appear miles high and miles wide have become a common sight during Arizona’s summer months.  Drought conditions have contributed to…

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Sweet Treats to Beat the Heat!
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07.22.2013

Sweet Treats to Beat the Heat!

One of  America’s favorite flavors, Cookies n Cream! (Photo credit: Wikipedia) There is no better way to beat this incredible July heat wave than with…

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What Kids Can Learn this Summer….from Cooking
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07.19.2013

What Kids Can Learn this Summer….from Cooking

Cooking teaches kids many more skills than how to feed themselves; they learn skills for life. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) If you are looking for a…

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IBHS and AIC Offer Advice to Prepare for Monsoon Seasons’ Flooding and Dangerous Winds
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07.18.2013

IBHS and AIC Offer Advice to Prepare for Monsoon Seasons’ Flooding and Dangerous Winds

Flash flooding is common during a summer monsoon. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The summer storm season is heating up in Arizona and New Mexico, which means…

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Featured Recipes

Chicken-Fried Steak and Gravy
Provided by: Menges ranching family

Chicken-Fried Steak and Gravy

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COTTAGE CHEESE & BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST BAKE
Provided by: Garry Domingue, Rosie on the House Producer and Foodie

COTTAGE CHEESE & BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST BAKE

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Mustard Coleslaw
Provided by: Hedie Kennedy Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern

Mustard Coleslaw

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Beer Steak
Provided by: Pamela Griifin

Beer Steak

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Warm Your Soul Lasagna Soup
Provided by: Elizabeth Rico Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Manager

Warm Your Soul Lasagna Soup

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Rice Krispie Baked Chicken
Provided by: Rovey Farm Family Recipe

Rice Krispie Baked Chicken

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Pear Lime Jello Salad
Provided by: Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern

Pear Lime Jello Salad

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Vegan No-Churn Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream
Provided by: Blissful Basil, Natural Delights

Vegan No-Churn Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream

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Masala Chai Bites
Provided by: Natural Delights

Masala Chai Bites

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Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onions, Dates, and Middle Eastern Spices
Provided by: Natural Delights

Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onions, Dates, and Middle Eastern Spices

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