Friday Food Facts

Putting Olive oil on salad helps the body absorb nutrients. Good to know since Yuma, Arizona is considered the country’s winter Salad Bowl because of all the leafy greens it produces!

Arizona Farmers are serious about food safety. They use the most current, science-based standards to keep your food healthy. They do this by daily using clean water, soil, and equipment.

Many pork cuts are as lean or leaner than chicken and pork is an excellent source of nutrients. In fact, the American Heart Association certifies pork as heart-healthy. Arizona raises quality pork for our Arizona families!

U.S. exports to Canada and Mexico support 14 million American jobs; tens of thousands in every state. Arizona’s top trading partners are our neighbors to the north and south. Arizona agriculture exports $1.5 billion each year.

Arizona beef is an important ag export for our state. 

Worldwide, a third of crops are lost to pests. But, proper use of pesticides helps farmers protect our food supply. In the battle with the bugs, the best defense is a good offense. Arizona farmers fight with a variety of tools to keep your food safe.