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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.…
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…
Look Who’s Talking Now: Farmers
By Julie Murphree Someone has convinced farmers and ranchers to start talking. That’s kind of a crazy proposition, especially since sometimes they really don’t care…
Farmer’s Markets in Phoenix Area, Open in Winter
One of the best things about living in Arizona is the almost year-round availability of freshly grown produce and other farm products. Unlike much of the…
Will the World Population Overwhelm the Earth’s Capacity to Grow Food? -The Conservation Conversation
In 1970, the world’s population was about 3.3 billion people. In 2010, the world population was around 6.6 billion people. At current growth rates, the…
Fun Facts About Pickles
Historical Facts Pickles have been around since ancient times, although there is some disagreement as to when exactly in history people started eating them. …
Arizona Leafy Greens Week Celebrates Impact of Lettuce on State’s Economy
Gov. Jan Brewer dedicates Nov. 13-19 in honor of state’s bountiful leafy greens harvest In recognition of the bountiful harvest generated by Arizona’s abundant lettuce industry, Governor…
Safely Drive to Your Local Grocer and Buy some Arizona Cantaloupe!
Ensuring food safety is like driving a car. Well, sort of. Both poor food production methods and poor driving can kill you. But, in both…
Mortimer Family Farms Brings Back The Pumpkins!
Mortimer Family Farms announces their Pumpkin Festival to include Pumpkins Picking, Fall Décor, Apple Cider, Hay Rides, Farm Animal Kingdom, Food & Craft Vendors, and…
Arizona Food Prices Down 1% from Last Quarter
Arizona retail food prices at the supermarket are down slightly in the third quarter of 2011, according to the latest Arizona Farm Bureau Federation Market…
Organic Food in the News
On December 20, 2010, the USDA offered its third initiative “to help organic producers and those transitioning to organic production implement resource conservation practices on…
Christmas Traditions on the Farm II: One Ranch Family Delights in the Children’s Excitement
Next in the Series. Oyster stew was first in the series. By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Their family is young; their traditions are new but…
Thanksgiving Dinner-Arizona Style
The Thanksgiving dinner is a great time for friends and family to gather to celebrate the year while feasting on a Thanksgiving meal, lovingly prepared.…
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