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30 Ways to Use Oranges

August is all about Arizona Oranges and we thought it would be fun to get to know these delicious orange orbs a little better.  Here are some fun facts, interesting bits of information, and delicious dishes that are all about … 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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What to do with All that Fruit?

Here in Arizona, we are blessed with a long growing season, predominantly warm weather, and a ton of sun.  This means that things that don’t grow well in other parts of the country, like citrus trees, can flourish here.  This … Continue reading

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Gleaners Needed! Help St. Mary’s Save this Winter’s Citrus Crop!


St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance is asking the public for assistance to glean the plentiful grapefruit and orange trees around the Valley in attempt to reach this harvest before the warmer weather hits in the spring and makes the fruit … Continue reading

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