Category Archives: AZ History

12 Fun Facts about Potatoes

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Potatoes are a common staple around the world, the United States, and even Arizona. We make them roasted, baked, mashed, and fried. They are a part of more American meals than we think. Dave … Continue reading →

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Fun Facts About Salsa

Posted on May 1, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Alexandra Pettit AZFB Communications Intern Did you know that May is national salsa month! May is also known for a very popular holiday Cinco de mayo! In celebration of this holiday, we wanted to share some interesting facts about … Continue reading →

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The Squeeze on Citrus

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Angela Bates A Recent ASU Nutrition Student 4 Ways One of Arizona’s Top Crops Benefits the Body In 1889, William J. Murphy planted an experimental citrus grove along the newly completed Arizona Canal. At this time in history, it … Continue reading →

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So you’ve got two days to Explore Arizona…

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern Part 1: Half-a-Day in Arizona Part 2: One Day in Arizona    There are almost too many places to visit in Arizona if you’ve got adventure in your heart and a couple days … Continue reading →

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Where to get a Scare!

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Fill Your Plate

By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern As we get closer and closer to Halloween I find myself looking up more and more ghost stories. I want to find a story that will scare me so much that I need … Continue reading →

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