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Connecting All Farm Types to Direct Marketing
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] American Farm Bureau Federation (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] By Julie Murphree Not long ago, Bob McClendon, an organic produce grower in Arizona,…
Agritourism Website Focuses on Safety
With the growing popularity of taking the family to visit corn mazes, pumpkin patches and other agricultural attractions, it’s increasingly important for agritourism farmers to…
Temple Grandin Urges Farm Youth to Use Social Media
[caption id="attachment_5893" align="alignleft" width="300"] 4-H came from the idea to make public school education more connected with hands on learning.[/caption] Temple Grandin, a professor at…
September 2012 FoodieCast: The Pork Shortage. Is There Really Cause For Concern?
Welcome to this special edition of FoodieCast. FoodieCast scans the nation’s food scene to talk with leading producers, chefs, marketers, industry representatives and consumers to bring you…
August 2012 FoodieCast: Arizona Farm Bureau Federation Interviewed with James Beard Foundation
Welcome to this month’s FoodieCast. FoodieCast scans the nation’s food scene to talk with leading producers, chefs, marketers, industry representatives and consumers to bring you the latest…
What’s in Season in Arizona This Fall?
Do you ever wonder what fresh fruit and vegetables you can plan on finding at the local Farmer’s Market or in your local grocery store…
Corn Maze Honoring Peyton Manning Opens
It seems like a sure bet that a corn maze likeness of beloved Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning created by Fritzler Farms’ in LaSalle, Colorado,…
Opportunities for Artist Exhibitors at The Phoenix Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
THE PHOENIX HARVEST FESTIVAL ORIGINAL ART & CRAFT SHOW OFFERS SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTIST EXHIBITORS Calling local artists and crafters with a passion for sharing their…
MOST AMERICANS ARE CONFIDENT ABOUT SAFETY OF U.S. FOOD SUPPLY
Are you confident about the safety of our food? The International Food Information Council’s 2012 Food & Health Survey reveals that most Americans (78 percent)…
Potato Industry Ponders Possible Bumper Crop
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] What is your favorite potato recipe? (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] This year’s potato crop could be substantially larger than 2011’s—up to 41…
July 2012 Foodiecast: The Voice of Agriculture
Welcome to this month’s Foodiecast. Foodiecast scans the nation’s food scene to talk with leading producers, chefs, marketers, industry representatives and consumers to bring you the…
Lavender Thrives on Local Farm
[caption id="attachment_5493" align="alignright" width="242"] Lavender farm thrives in Heber, Arizona[/caption] It might seem strange to realize that agriculture includes growing flowers, but our lavender farm…
Interesting Information about Arizona Agriculture
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Grand Canyon, Arizona. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)"][/caption] When people picture Arizona, they see the desert, the Grand Canyon, and lots of cactus. …
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What Are Local Food Movements: Here’s the Lowdown
Local food movements have gained significant traction in recent years, as communities across the globe strive to reconnect with their food sources, support local economies,…
Pork on Your Plate: Budget-Friendly Cuts with Big Flavor
When it comes to putting affordable, flavorful meals on the table, pork deserves a top spot on your grocery list. With various cost-effective and versatile…
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