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9 Tips for Eating Right Even When Money is Tight

For many families, the food budget is one of the few areas that can be considered “discretionary spending,” meaning that the amount isn’t dictated by someone else.  Unfortunately, this often means that when extra money is needed to cover an … Continue reading

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5 Quick Fixes to Help You Stretch Your Family’s Food Dollar

Every family needs food; but since the grocery budget is one of the few “discretionary” budget items many families have, it is often the first one to get cut when times get tough.  As food costs continue to climb faster … Continue reading

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Canning 101

Fall brings cooler weather and a ton of fresh new vegetables to the farmers markets.  This provides an excellent opportunity to take advantage of all the in-season locally grown fruits and vegetables and to fill our family’s plates with delicious, … Continue reading

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Honey: How Sweet It Is

If you look in your kitchen cupboards it is very likely that you will find a bottle of honey.  In the past, before sugar was widely and easily available, honey was the primary sweetener used in cooking and baking. Many … Continue reading

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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 nation’s inland waterways are fuel-efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly.

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