Category Archives: Focus on Agriculture
“Back to Basics” Nutrition Advice From Experts: Healthy Make and Takes
Editor’s Note: In the coming months Arizona Farm Bureau is finalizing a book regarding “Back to Basics” with nutrition and health advice from local nutritionists and other experts in the field. This article is an example of one of the … Continue reading
“Veggie Man” Videos Tell Arizona Ag’s Specialty Crop Story With Educational Humor
Through a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Specialty Crop grant, Arizona Farm Bureau recently completed production on a series of educational videos highlighting Arizona’s current top 10 specialty crops, those crops that are fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried … Continue reading
Arizona Agricultural Exports
China, Indonesia, and even Mexico may be able to produce clothing, electronics, and even cars at lower costs than the United States, but when it comes to producing food, America gets a lot with a little. According to the United … Continue reading
Freekeh: What’s Old is New Once Again
This article originally appeared in the January/February 2013 issue of Foodie News, brought to you by the Public Relations Department of the American Farm Bureau Federation. Freekeh, the newest grain-based product to hit the specialty food shelves, is catching the eye … Continue reading
Fish Roe—Not Just for Sushi
This article originally appeared in the January/February 2013 issue of Foodie News, brought to you by the Public Relations Department of the American Farm Bureau Federation. Spring is in the air—and water. Spring fishing produces some of the best trout, bass, … Continue reading