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Crazy About Carrots

By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern  Did you know that carrots are in season from October to May in Arizona? So why don’t I know more people who cook with them? In my opinion, carrots are underrated. We all … Continue reading

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What’s in Season in May?

It’s May which means Mother’s Day brunches, Memorial Day cookouts, and even more Arizona-grown delicious fruits and vegetables to your local farmers’ markets and grocery store aisles. This time of year it is even easier than ever to find locally … Continue reading

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Little-Known Facts about Carrots that Will Make You Go “What’s Up Doc?”

Did you know that ancient Romans and Greeks ate carrots, but not the orange varieties we know today? They ate wild varieties of various other colors, such as purple, red, white, and yellow. In the 17th century, orange carrots as … Continue reading

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