Category Archives: On the Farm

A Visit to an Arizona Citrus Nursery

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Alexandra Pettit Greenfield Citrus Nursery is a beautiful oasis in the desert. Located in Mesa, Arizona this 30 Acre citrus farm is full of beauty and adventure. Upon arriving at the nursery you are greeted with the sweet smells … Continue reading →

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Saffron, the Gold Standard of Spices

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Kevann Jordan Recent ASU Nutrition Student I was recently introduced to a new flavor at a restaurant in Pheonix, at Fuego Bistro. I ordered the Paella and was very pleasantly surprised. This dish has started my new obsession: Saffron. … Continue reading →

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A Day at The Farm: Pick Your Own Produce Around Arizona

Posted on December 28, 2018 by Fill Your Plate

By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student One of my fondest childhood memories was heading up to Dewey, Arizona and adventuring through the Mortimer Farm pumpkin patch every October. Since then I’ve shared that tradition with my own family. Every … Continue reading →

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16 Arizona Dairy Facts You Need to Know

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Fill Your Plate

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Director   Our Arizona dairy milk is one of the freshest, most local products you can purchase daily. In my role with the Arizona Farm Bureau, I’m regularly asked how to “buy local.” … Continue reading →

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Let Fill Your Plate Fill Your Plate

Posted on May 10, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Ashley TenBrink, Recent Arizona State University Nutrition Student  I have a question for you.   Are you interested in buying ‘real food’, from ‘real farmers’, while embracing your ‘real community?’   I can bet the answer is a definite … Continue reading →

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