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Resilience of American Agriculture: Innovation, Diversity, & Growing Markets
The drought of 2012 is the most serious to impact U.S. agriculture since 1988. The illustrations help show the resiliency of the US agriculture…
What Factors Impact Food Prices? Part 2
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Many different factors affect the prices of food. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] In today’s world of 24 hours news and possible calamities…
The Incredible, Edible Egg
If you are a child of the 1970’s, the title of this post likely conjures up a childhood memory or two. The catchy jingle used…
What Factors Impact Food Prices? – Part 1
There has been a lot of talk on the news lately about how this news story or that news story will definitely result in the…
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? …
And the Winner Is…..Hosting an Outstanding Oscar Party
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="177"] Follow these tips to host an outstanding Oscar Party (Photo credit: cliff1066™)[/caption] Some people look forward to February because of the…
9 Great Ways to Celebrate Love this Valentine’s Day
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Regardless your season of life, follow these tips to make it a memorable Valentine’s Day. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] Throughout the various…
Looking for Great Food? It May Be Closer than You Think
Every now and then everyone finds themselves stuck in a rut, especially when it comes to the food we feed our family. We may have…
Checking In with the Celebrity Chefs of Fill Your Plate
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Ground black pepper is just one of the ingredients chef Charles Wiley can’t live without.(Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] Last year, we spotlighted some…
Getting Creative with Kale!
[caption id="attachment_7138" align="alignright" width="300"] Meet one of Arizona agriculture’s Kale Farmers, Brett Hunt of Rousseau Farms (image provided by AZFB)[/caption] If you have been to…
Creative Ways to Celebrate National Pie Day
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Here are some creative ways to celebrate National Pie Day (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] Sometimes it seems that we are a country…
My Plate: How Your Tax Dollars Can Help You Live Healthier
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] USDA MyPlate nutritional guide replaces the decade-old Food Pyramid. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] As we move through the first month of the…
What’s in Season in December?
December brings lots of chances for entertaining, potluck dinners, and time with friends and family. You can make the most of these opportunities by using…
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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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