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Ask a Farmer: Do You Sell Crops at Local Farmer’s Markets?
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06.18.2013

Ask a Farmer: Do You Sell Crops at Local Farmer’s Markets?

Ask a Farmer:  Moms Ask Arizona Farmers & Ranchers Question #5 “Do you sell your crops at local farmer’s markets?” That’s a great question! Yes,…

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Happy Birthday Blue Jeans!!
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06.17.2013

Happy Birthday Blue Jeans!!

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="233"] Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss formed a partnership to create a more durable pair of work pants that were reinforced with…

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What Kids Can Learn from Gardening
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06.14.2013

What Kids Can Learn from Gardening

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Gardening is a great way to get outdoor time with the whole family. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] There is a wealth of…

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Ask a Farmer: Starting a Family Garden
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06.13.2013

Ask a Farmer: Starting a Family Garden

Ask a Farmer: Moms Ask Arizona Farmers & Ranchers Question #4 “I want to start a family garden: What are the best crops for me…

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Delicious Ways to Use Arizona Dairy
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06.12.2013

Delicious Ways to Use Arizona Dairy

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] June is National Dairy Month so pick your favorite recipe and celebrate with dairy lovers across the nation! (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption]…

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Water Resources Development Act Infographic
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06.11.2013

Water Resources Development Act Infographic

Did you know 12,000 miles of inland waterways connect 41 states, moving more than 60% of grain exports from the field to your marketplace? The…

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How We Are Helping Make the Next Generation Healthier (Continued)
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06.11.2013

How We Are Helping Make the Next Generation Healthier (Continued)

[caption id="attachment_8743" align="alignright" width="227"] Photo courtesy of Litchfield Elementary District[/caption] By Ashley Schimke Farm to School & School Garden Program Specialist for Arizona Department of…

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Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Bell Peppers
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06.10.2013

Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Bell Peppers

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Do you know the differences between types of bell peppers?  (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] When most people talk about peppers, they are…

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6 Great Ways to Connect with Your Kids Outdoors this Summer
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06.07.2013

6 Great Ways to Connect with Your Kids Outdoors this Summer

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Geocaching can be a fun way for families to connect this summer.(Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] One of the biggest differences between today’s…

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06.06.2013

The Science of a Great Steak

As we head into prime grilling season, it’s time to explore how to make the perfect steak. But, this isn’t the obligatory graphic about which…

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What’s In Season in June?
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06.05.2013

What’s In Season in June?

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="200"] Eat fresh, local green beans this June (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] As we head into the summer months, we can expect to…

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Farmers’ Markets Create Win-Win-Win
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06.04.2013

Farmers’ Markets Create Win-Win-Win

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] American Farm Bureau Federation (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] Robert Giblin, occasional contributor to American Farm Bureau’s “Focus on Agriculture,” suggests that Farmers’…

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How to Eat Like a Locavore
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06.03.2013

How to Eat Like a Locavore

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Here are some tips to get you started with your locavore adventure. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] It seems like there are so…

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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

Beef
pork
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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

Dates
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Masala Chai Bites
Provided by: Natural Delights

Masala Chai Bites

Dates
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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

Dates
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