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03.06.2013

It’s National Ag Day: A Little Thanks Goes a Long Way

[caption id="attachment_9646" align="alignright" width="300"] Arizona cotton[/caption] On March 19th, we encourage you to celebrate National Ag Day by taking a few minutes out of your…

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Focus on Arizona Agriculture: Why Clean a Marble?
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02.21.2013

Focus on Arizona Agriculture: Why Clean a Marble?

Advice from the Old Farmer’s Almanac:  “To clean a marble, use a solution of 3 tablespoons baking soda and one quart water.” The question I…

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Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Importance of Agriculture
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02.19.2013

Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Importance of Agriculture

“It will not be doubted that with reference either to individual or national welfare, AGRICULTURE is of primary importance.”  -President George Washington

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Focus on Arizona Agriculture: Brian Brett
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02.16.2013

Focus on Arizona Agriculture: Brian Brett

“Farming is a profession of hope.” -Brian Brett

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Focus on Arizona Agriculture: Freeman Family
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02.14.2013

Focus on Arizona Agriculture: Freeman Family

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Ask a Farmer: Am I Getting the Freshest Produce?
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02.13.2013

Ask a Farmer: Am I Getting the Freshest Produce?

Ask a Farmer: Moms Ask Arizona Farmers & Ranchers Question #2 From Arizona Mom, Katie: How do I know I’m getting the freshest produce?  …

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Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Jim Graham
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02.07.2013

Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Jim Graham

  “Our farmers deserve praise, not condemnation; and their efficiency should be cause for gratitude, not something for which they are penalized.” -President John F.…

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Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Kevin Rogers
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02.05.2013

Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Kevin Rogers

“Regardless of what type of farming operation we have, as farmers we all have the same goal; to produce safe, delicious, and sustainable food for…

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Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Stefanie Smallhouse
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02.02.2013

Faces of Arizona Agriculture: Stefanie Smallhouse

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Ask a Farmer: Is Organic Farming Healthier?
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01.30.2013

Ask a Farmer: Is Organic Farming Healthier?

This is the first in a series of Q & A’s that moms posed and Arizona Farmers and Ranchers have answered. Mom Wendy, raising 3 boys,…

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12.17.2012

Sunrise on a Yuma, AZ, Farm

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Arizona Leafy Greens Week Marks Start of Bountiful Season
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11.01.2012

Arizona Leafy Greens Week Marks Start of Bountiful Season

Celebration highlighted with Governor proclamation, local grocery partnership In recognition of the bountiful harvest generated by Arizona’s abundant lettuce industry, Governor Jan Brewer has proclaimed…

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08.29.2012

STUDY SHOWS CHEESE LOWERS THE RISK OF DIABETES

A new study found that people who eat cheese are 12 percent less likely to develop type 2 diabetes compared to those who rarely eat…

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