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By Erik L. Ness Never in the history of television has there been a show with the scope and unique purpose like America’s Heartland. This weekly series about the people, places and processes of American agriculture started as most good…

Looking for a way to increase your energy?  Look no further than our local farms.  Here is a breakdown of the top 10 energy boosting foods grown right here in Arizona. Spinach Along with the other dark green vegetables on…

On March 15th, 2011, communities across the country will come together to participate in National Agriculture Day. This annual celebration, which is organized at the national level by the Agriculture Council of America, acknowledges the hard work and dedication that…

Photo courtesy of USDA Healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle are not about deprivation; it’s about moderation and variety. Living in Arizona offers easy access to year-round farmer’s markets and myriad options for in-season fruits, vegetables, access to beef, eggs…

By Erik L. Ness, contributing writer for American Farm Bureau Federation Politics have been part of irrigated agriculture since the first Sumerian ditch bosses controlled the waters of Mesopotamia. The importance of irrigation can be seen throughout the history of…

Do you remember those mornings when you rolled out of bed and shuffled down to the breakfast table only to be faced with a bowl of oatmeal and your mom saying, “Eat your oatmeal, it’s good for you?” It turns…

While an apple a day may keep the doctor away, citrus fruits have long been known as a tasty and nutritious part of a daily diet. Citrus fruits are a rich source of vitamin, minerals and fiber and they also…

There is no doubt about it, farm and ranch families perform a lot of dirty, tough jobs in the process of providing food and fiber for their fellow Americans. But, the big question is—Can   they compete with the Discovery Channel’s…

We all know that variety is the spice of life when it comes to what we should be eating.  Nutritionists recommend that we eat a rainbow of colors every day to help ensure we get the proper balance of vitamins…

Arizona Cactus Ranch is a 100 year old cattle ranch that now concentrates on selling natural prickly pear products and mesquite products. 100% Certified Organic. Arizona Cactus Ranch is located on forty square miles of desert near Green Valley in…

Whether you like it crunchy or smooth and no matter which brand you prefer (and people are devoted to their brands!) it’s National Peanut Butter month, so enjoy the treat that has been around since 950 BC. Americans love their…

Pumpkin carving is a big Halloween tradition in America, but did you know it wasn’t the first vegetable to be carved for the holiday? Here are some interesting facts about the much-loved pumpkin. Long before people began carving pumpkins, the…

There’s still time to celebrate National Potato Month. How have you celebrated the spud? According to the US Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service, potatoes are by far the most popular vegetable in American. Many of those most-enjoyed veggies, though…