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Backyard Farms: Becoming Self Sufficient
By Michael Russell, recent Arizona State University Nutrition Communications Student I have long dreamed of a chance to own a plot of land and yield…
Fun Summer Snacks
By Laura Slatalla, ASU Nutrition Student Having the kids home during the summer means they’ll be playing hard and get extra hungry, so it’s a…
In-Season Smoothies
By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern We are officially in the 100-degree-temperature range here in Arizona, which means searching for new and creative ways…
Fourth of July Favorites
By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern To celebrate the Fourth of July, we’ll get together for barbecues, go camping, and head out to the…
Spring and Summer Ice Pops
By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern As the weather heats up, I find myself looking for different ways to keep cool. I’ll turn the…
Tips to Get & Stay Fit this Summer
Follow these tips to get in shape this summer (photo credit: BigstockPhoto.com) If summer seems to have come out of nowhere and you are suddenly…
How What You Eat, Can Beat the Heat
Cantaloupes are just one of the delicious locally grown foods available to help you beat the heat. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Hot days are here again…
Sweet Treats to Beat the Heat!
One of America’s favorite flavors, Cookies n Cream! (Photo credit: Wikipedia) There is no better way to beat this incredible July heat wave than with…
What Kids Can Learn this Summer….from Cooking
Cooking teaches kids many more skills than how to feed themselves; they learn skills for life. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) If you are looking for a…
Perfect Food for Poolside Parties
Check out these recipes or poolside party menu ideas for filling your plate with healthy options this summer. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) It’s summer and that…
Beat the Heat – Easy Oven and Stove Free Dinners
Gilling out is a great summertime option to help keep the kitchen cool. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) If there is one thing about Arizona that never…
How to Help Kids Eat Healthy this Summer
Follow these easy steps to help incorporate healthy foods into your child’s diet this summer. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Summer means camp, swimming, and lots of…
How to Make Your Own Popsicles
Follow these tips to make refreshing homemade popsicles this summer. (Photo credit: Growing a Green Family) Summer’s here, schools out, and there is no better…
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