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03.28.2011

Top 10 Arizona Grown Foods that Are Natural Energy Boosters

Looking for a way to increase your energy?  Look no further than our local farms.  Here is a breakdown of the top 10 energy boosting…

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03.28.2011

The Price of Plastic: Should States Ban or Tax Plastic Bags?

A recent opinion poll conducted by the Opinion Research Corporation (ORC) indicates that American consumers do not support legislation being discussed in many states that…

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Growing Your Story: 2011 Women in Ag Leadership Conference
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03.25.2011

Growing Your Story: 2011 Women in Ag Leadership Conference

June 3rd Leadership Conference Promises to Advance the Cause of Agriculture By Peggy Jo Goodfellow, Arizona Farm Bureau Arizona agriculturalists have a great story to…

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03.24.2011

Spring Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing from Jan D’Atri

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyQHPMVWzoI&feature=player_embedded Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the Arizona Republic. With the author’s permission we publish the story here. By Jan D’Atri, media celebrity…

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March 31 is Thank a Farmer Thursday
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03.23.2011

March 31 is Thank a Farmer Thursday

AgFACTS, Inc. will sponsor “Thank a Farmer Thursday” on March 31 on a number of college campuses across the country. The event is designed to…

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AZ Wine Growers to Host Arizona Wine Festival at Spring Tempe Festival of the Arts
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03.22.2011

AZ Wine Growers to Host Arizona Wine Festival at Spring Tempe Festival of the Arts

  The Arizona Wine Growers Association will host the Arizona Wine Festival at the upcoming 2011 Spring Tempe Festival of the Arts held March 25…

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03.21.2011

How to Make the Most of the “Stretch Your Food Dollar” Menus: Rising Food Prices #3

Third in a series. The first is here. The second is here. By Peggy Jo Goodfellow, Arizona Farm Bureau You’re clipping coupons, watching for the weekly…

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03.16.2011

You Wouldn’t Wear the Same Underwear Every Day, Would You? Reusable Shopping Bags: Sustainable, yes….but Safe?

Over the past decade, replacing paper or plastic with reusable grocery bags has become an integral part of an eco-friendly lifestyle. Use of these bags…

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If They Have to Use Undercover Videos, They’re Yanking Our Chain
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03.15.2011

If They Have to Use Undercover Videos, They’re Yanking Our Chain

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Come on. If the group has to use undercover videos, you know they’re yanking your chain. The animal advocacy…

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Agriculture’s Role in American – National Agriculture Day
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03.14.2011

Agriculture’s Role in American – National Agriculture Day

On March 15th, 2011, communities across the country will come together to participate in National Agriculture Day. This annual celebration, which is organized at the…

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During Roosevelt Dam’s Centennial, Let’s Promote Water Stewardship for All!
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03.10.2011

During Roosevelt Dam’s Centennial, Let’s Promote Water Stewardship for All!

Editor’s Note: This guest editorial first appeared in the March 2011 issue of Arizona Agriculture, Arizona Farm Bureau’s monthly publication to farmers and ranchers. By Mark…

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03.09.2011

How to Compost

Whether you are at the local farmer’s market or in the produce section of the grocery store, if you are like us, you take advantage…

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03.08.2011

Speakers Announced for the Women in Ag Leadership Conference

By Peggy Jo Goodfellow, Arizona Farm Bureau   Mark your calendar for the 2011 Women in Ag Conference to be held at the San Tan…

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Featured Recipes

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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Homemade Strawberry Julius Recipe
Provided by: Melinda Hunt

Homemade Strawberry Julius Recipe

Strawberries
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Chocolate Date Peppermint Mouse
Provided by: Natural Delights, Le Petit Eats

Chocolate Date Peppermint Mouse

chocolate
Dates
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