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Tractor Sales Higher Despite Drought
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11.21.2012

Tractor Sales Higher Despite Drought

According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, sales of farm tractors were about 15 percent higher in August compared to one year ago. Just over…

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What Produce Digs Dry Weather?
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11.19.2012

What Produce Digs Dry Weather?

Pumpkins are one of the few crops that thrive in dry weather conditions. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This summer saw drought devastate crops from one side…

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Stressed Out? Try Yogurt
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11.16.2012

Stressed Out? Try Yogurt

Reach for something completely different to alleviate your stress- yogurt (Photo credit: Wikipedia) You come home after a long stressful day and stop in the kitchen for…

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Eat Right and Help Stop Diabetes in its Tracks
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11.15.2012

Eat Right and Help Stop Diabetes in its Tracks

The American Diabetes Association has declared November American Diabetes Month There is no question that one of the greatest health threats of our time is…

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Make a date to enjoy new Yuma festival
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11.14.2012

Make a date to enjoy new Yuma festival

Celebrate Medjool dates in historic downtown Nov. 17 Though you wouldn’t think of the Old West as a place to find a traditional treat of…

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USDA’S Supertracker Now Allows Users to Get Personal
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11.14.2012

USDA’S Supertracker Now Allows Users to Get Personal

USDA announced this week its SuperTracker nutrition application has added a new feature that allows users to set personal calorie goals based on targets prescribed by their…

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Classic Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Decreases 5% in 2012
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11.13.2012

Classic Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Decreases 5% in 2012

Good News for Holiday Food Shoppers!  Arizona’s Thanksgiving Dinner is $1.95 cheaper than National’s Again this year (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Good News for Holiday Food Shoppers!  Arizona’s Thanksgiving…

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It’s National Clean Out the Refrigerator Day!
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11.09.2012

It’s National Clean Out the Refrigerator Day!

When was the last time you cleaned out your refrigerator?  (Photo credit: Wikipedia) We can’t think of a better way to get the kitchen and…

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America’s Heartland Episode Features Yuma’s Winter Lettuce Production
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11.07.2012

America’s Heartland Episode Features Yuma’s Winter Lettuce Production

In America’s Heartland episode 802, America’s Winter Salad Bowl is featured. Now in its eighth season, the series celebrates the nation’s agriculture with all new stories…

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What’s in Season in November?
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11.05.2012

What’s in Season in November?

Fill your plate this month with delicious dishes using in season basil. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) November offers a great opportunity to give thanks for all…

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Plan the Perfect Thanksgiving Day Dinner With These Easy Steps
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11.02.2012

Plan the Perfect Thanksgiving Day Dinner With These Easy Steps

What’s on your menu this Thanksgiving? (Photo credit: Wikipedia) It seems like school just started and already it is time to start thinking about Thanksgiving! …

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Arizona Leafy Greens Week Marks Start of Bountiful Season
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11.01.2012

Arizona Leafy Greens Week Marks Start of Bountiful Season

Celebration highlighted with Governor proclamation, local grocery partnership In recognition of the bountiful harvest generated by Arizona’s abundant lettuce industry, Governor Jan Brewer has proclaimed…

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Is it Good to Go Gluten Free?
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10.29.2012

Is it Good to Go Gluten Free?

4 gluten sources. Top: High-gluten wheat flour. Right: European spelt. Bottom: Barley. Left: Rolled rye flakes. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) In case it has somehow escaped…

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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

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

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