Tag Archives: Farm

Arizona Agricultural Exports

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

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 →

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Jim Boyle Dairy Farm Presents BARN DANCE!

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

Come dance your boots off with special guest Jason Wyatt at Jim Boyle Dairy Farm! Friday evening, October 4th, doors will open at 5:30 p.m.  Admission to this can’t miss event is $25 per person and includes dinner. So, dust … Continue reading →

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4 Reasons to Celebrate National Farmer’s Market Week

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

If you are looking for the best tasting, freshest food around, you  can check out the local farmer’s market for delicious, fresh-from-the-farm products produced right here in Arizona.  This week, take a little time out of your schedule and go … Continue reading →

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Arizona Farm to School Training

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Fill Your Plate

The Arizona Department of Education hosted the first Farm to School training in the form of a farm tour. Farm to School Programs provide an emphasis on purchasing from local producers in an effort to enhance school meals. On December … Continue reading →

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Lavender Thrives on Local Farm

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Fill Your Plate

It might seem strange to realize that agriculture includes growing flowers, but our lavender farm is definitely a farm and we have a growing business (pun intended).    We (myself, son Bryan, and daughter-in-law Cindy) planted our first lavender plants … Continue reading →

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