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Sweet Potatoes Versus Regular Potatoes – Which is Healthier?

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Forget the age-old debate of whether it’s pronounced po-tay-toe or po-tah-ta, how about which kind of potato has more to offer to our health? Sweet potatoes and regular potatoes are both super … Continue reading

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A Dietician’s Perspective on Potatoes

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Did you know that there is a vegetable with over 4,000 varieties that are grown in all 50 states? That vegetable would be the potato! Potatoes are a very popular veggie and … Continue reading

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Purple Potatoes Gain Popularity as We Discover their Nutritious Tastiness

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Director Registered dietitians say that while white and sweet potatoes are popular and nutritious, people should not forget about purple potatoes, which RD Valerie Agyeman says have three times more antioxidants than white … Continue reading

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Easy Classic Potato Salad Recipe

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Sweet and Savory Meals blog   Did you know green onions are in season in February? Pick some up at your local farmers market and make this recipe with us!   Easy … Continue reading

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12 Fun Facts about Potatoes

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Potatoes are a common staple around the world, the United States, and even Arizona. We make them roasted, baked, mashed, and fried. They are a part of more American meals than we think. Dave … Continue reading

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