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Fall Pumpkin and Corn Maze Festivals in Arizona
[caption id="attachment_873" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Fall is a great time to check out an Arizona Pumpkin Festival!"][/caption] Fall is the perfect time of year in Arizona…
Out to Pasture and On To Quality Grass on the McGibbon and King Family Ranches
By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau [caption id=”attachment_861″ align=”alignleft” width=”300″ caption=”Micaela McGibbon manages the registered Red Angus herd. Seen here with her youngest daughter, Micaela…
Beef is Back!!
[caption id=”attachment_852″ align=”alignleft” width=”300″ caption=”Since 2008, a 12% drop in consumer demand for beef caused a 25% drop in cattle prices. But recent months have…
LAST GRILL STANDING: TIPS FOR YOUR LABOR DAY COOKOUT
[caption id="attachment_830" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Sirloin Steak cubed and grilled on skewers with fresh squash and red bell peppers. Photo Credit: Arizona Legacy Beef"][/caption] Labor Day,…
8 Things You Always Wanted To Know About Squash, But Were Afraid To Ask
The squash, in all of its forms, from A-corn to Z-ucchini have been enjoyed in North America since before the Europeans arrived. In fact, the…
From Field to Fork: How Safe is Your Food … Really?
From Field to Fork: How Safe is Your Food … Really? Part II Systems that Work [caption id=”attachment_783″ align=”alignright” width=”300″ caption=”Arizona Grower Jonathan Dinsmore takes…
Is “Made in the USA” a dying term?
By Dal Grooms [caption id="attachment_769" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Is "Made in the USA" a dying term?"][/caption] U.S. manufacturers feel much-maligned by the business press, which consistently…
Getting your kids to eat healthy: It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3
Part 2 of Getting Your Kids to Eat Healthy Did you know that seven out of ten boys and nine out of ten girls don’t…
Celebrate National Peach Month: Interesting Peach Facts
August is National Peach Month and we thought it would be fun to discover some interesting facts about peaches. [caption id=”attachment_472″ align=”alignleft” width=”224″ caption=”Fresh Arizona…
More Ways to Eat Healthy and Stay on a Budget
Some people think that eating healthy and staying on a budget may not seem to go hand in hand, but with planning and forethought, it…
New Recipes Feature Arizona Meat and Produce
Farmers and ranchers love good food and Arizona farmers and ranchers are no exception, that’s why we’ve compiled some of the best recipes from Arizona…
Arizona Farmer-Chef Connection 3: Make market connections between local buyers and growers!
Make market connections between local buyers and growers! This gathering is designed to foster collaboration and wholesale direct market opportunities for local farmers, ranchers, chefs…
Continued Litigation on Public Lands Could Mean an End to Grazing
Your Tax Dollars Fund Environmental Groups’ Suits By Ty Kelly & Anita Waite, Mohave County Farm Bureau and Bonnie Jones & Philip Bashaw, Arizona Farm…
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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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