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Beef is Back!!
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09.10.2010

Beef is Back!!

By Patrick Bray, Executive Director of Arizona Cattle Growers’ Association and Lauren Scheller, Director of Consumer Marketing and Public Relations of the Arizona Beef Council…

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BLACK RICE OUTPACES BLUEBERRIES IN ANTIOXIDANT POWER
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09.09.2010

BLACK RICE OUTPACES BLUEBERRIES IN ANTIOXIDANT POWER

Health conscious consumers who hesitate at the price of fresh blueberriesand blackberries, fruits renowned for high levels of healthful antioxidants, now have aneconomical alternative, scientists…

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Science Contradicts the Humane Society of the United States on Salmonella and “Cage-Free” Eggs
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09.09.2010

Science Contradicts the Humane Society of the United States on Salmonella and “Cage-Free” Eggs

Science Contradicts the Humane Society of the United States on Salmonella and “Cage-Free” Eggs Animal Rights Group Makes Reckless Claims and Ignores Inconvenient Research Washington,…

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National Breakfast Month:  How to get your kids to eat breakfast
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09.07.2010

National Breakfast Month: How to get your kids to eat breakfast

September is National Breakfast month so we thought we’d take this opportunity to highlight what is considered to be the most important meal of the…

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LAST GRILL STANDING:  TIPS FOR YOUR LABOR DAY COOKOUT
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09.02.2010

LAST GRILL STANDING: TIPS FOR YOUR LABOR DAY COOKOUT

Labor Day, America’s third most popular outdoor grilling holiday, is right around the corner yet fewer Arizonans will pack away the barbecue grill after this…

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Recent Egg Recall Reminds us about the Basics in Food Safety
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09.01.2010

Recent Egg Recall Reminds us about the Basics in Food Safety

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Sharing words of appreciation for our nation’s food safety system, Mary Lee Chin, MS, RD, an independent consultant based…

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I’m Going to Have my Omelet and Eat it Too
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08.31.2010

I’m Going to Have my Omelet and Eat it Too

The recent egg recall has made me more of an advocate for the protein packed egg! By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Since the nationwide…

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8 Things You Always Wanted To Know About Squash, But Were Afraid To Ask
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08.30.2010

8 Things You Always Wanted To Know About Squash, But Were Afraid To Ask

The squash, in all of its forms, from A-corn to Z-ucchini have been enjoyed in North America since before the Europeans arrived. In fact, the…

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Fun Facts About Bacon
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08.25.2010

Fun Facts About Bacon

Bacon is one of those foods that, once you hear the sizzling coming from the kitchen, your mouth starts watering in hungry anticipation.  Whether you…

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Sadly, America’s School Lunches Aren’t What they Used to Be.  How Chefs Plan on Changing That
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08.24.2010

Sadly, America’s School Lunches Aren’t What they Used to Be. How Chefs Plan on Changing That

Better School Food One Bite at a Time By Cyndie Sirekis America’s fruit growers would likely understand if young school-age kids have not tried fresh…

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Seven tips to incorporate healthy eating into your daily routine
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08.19.2010

Seven tips to incorporate healthy eating into your daily routine

In an article recently published by the Arizona Republic, it is estimated that nearly one-quarter of all Arizona adults are classified as obese. That is…

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A Surprising Up and Coming Career Field
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08.17.2010

A Surprising Up and Coming Career Field

Agriculture a ‘Choice’ Career Choice By Dal Grooms If you’re a movie buff, you’ll recall the career advice shared with young Benjamin Braddock in the…

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From Field to Fork: How Safe is Your Food … Really?
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08.13.2010

From Field to Fork: How Safe is Your Food … Really?

From Field to Fork: How Safe is Your Food … Really?  Part II Systems that Work In the meantime, growers and shippers are reaping the…

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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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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

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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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