Monthly Archives: June 2013

Fun Facts About Candy

There is no question that Americans love candy.  We give it to those we love on Valentine’s Day, get it from the Easter Bunny on Easter, ask our neighbors for it on Halloween, and get a stocking full of it … Continue reading

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USDA Releases New Maps Identifying Major Crop Producing Areas: Citrus

A total of 40 new maps have been prepared, showing major crop-producing areas in the United States, China, India, Pakistan, and South Africa.  Earlier versions of these maps appeared in the Major World Crop Areas and Climatic Profiles (MWCACP) handbook that contains … Continue reading

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How to Make Your Own Popsicles

Summer’s here, schools out, and there is no better way to beat the afternoon Arizona heat than a cool, refreshing Popsicle.  But if you are working hard to help your family eat healthy and cut down on sugary sweets, the … Continue reading

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Humility

Humility Jim Goldman, Pinal County Dairy Farmer   Humility is a trait; the true meaning of, is often times confused, Visions of timidity, docility, weakness, submission fill our minds, Rightfully and sternly refused.   Successful self-reliant, independent are qualities to … Continue reading

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8 Great Ways to Celebrate National Eat Your Veggies Day

There are so many things to love about June and here at Fill Your Plate, one of our favorite things is National Eat Your Veggies Day which is celebrated on June 17th.  There is no question that we love vegetables, … Continue reading

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