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What’s in Season in July
It’s July which means hot days, warm nights, and delicious, home grown fruits and vegetables. Check your local grocery store’s produce section for locally grown…
Public-Private Partnership Will Improve Cocoa Production
USDA has announced that it will expand its partnership with the World Cocoa Foundation to improve cocoa production in developing countries worldwide, stimulating economic growth…
Mortimer Family Farms: Teacher Field Trip Tour
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World Hunger: 7 Billion Hungry Mouths to Feed
July 11 is World Population Day, an awareness event that was established in 1989 by the United Nations intent on garnering attention for issues related…
Interesting Information about Arizona Agriculture
When people picture Arizona, they see the desert, the Grand Canyon, and lots of cactus. What they don’t realize is that Arizona is much more…
Water Safety Smarts
Farm Bureau Financial Services offers summer water safety tips in preparation for 4th of July festivities This 4th of July, pools, lakes and ponds across…
Planning the Perfect 4th of July Party
There is no better time to have a picnic or a party than on July 4th as we celebrate the creation of our great nation. …
I’m Farming and I Grow It: YouTube Video
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Great Outdoors Month Offers Great Opportunities
Two of the best things about living in Arizona are the natural beauty all around us and the kind of climate that lets us enjoy…
THE NATIONAL SEARCH FOR THE ‘FACES OF FARMING AND RANCHING’ IS ON!
U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance Kicks Off Nationwide Search to Find Top Ambassadors of Agriculture When it comes to today’s agriculture, there are many examples of…
Happy Birthday USDA!
On May 15th, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) celebrated its 150th anniversary, kicking off a series of events to commemorate the creation of…
Top 6 Summer Picks for Local Arizona Foods
Summer is here and fresh, fabulous food is available all over Arizona. Whether you are relaxing by the pool, grabbing a bite on your lunch…
Announcing the opening of the new Back Street Farmers Market
The new Back Street Farmers Market opens June 23 & 24. Located just off route 169 in Prescott Valley/Dewey, one minute from the intersection of 69…
Featured Recipes
COTTAGE CHEESE & BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST BAKE
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Warm Your Soul Lasagna Soup
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Pear Lime Jello Salad
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