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🚜 Governor Hobbs has issued an executive order aimed at easing fuel and transportation costs for Arizona agriculture.
Temporary measures include highway use of red-dyed diesel and increased truck weight limits through Dec. 31, 2026.
A new approach to groundwater management is taking shape in Willcox. The proposed plan includes an initial 10% cut in water duties for nearly all crops, raising questions about conservation, farm viability and the basin's future.
azfb.org/Article/arizona-gro…
Executive Order directing the Department of Interior to delist or downlist the Mexican Gray Wolf is the right first step.
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The words we use about food and our bodies matter. 💛 Hear how positive language can help kids build confidence and healthy habits on the latest Fill Your Plate Now Podcast.
Full episode: youtu.be/U-9APmbVlcA?is=vo1u…
Think you know dairy? 🥛 Some of the most common claims about inflammation, acne and lactose intolerance might surprise you.
Full episode: youtu.be/7XVKuGqpqXs?is=E9Vo…
Did you know Arizona's restaurant industry generates $24 billion in sales? 🍽️ Behind every meal is an industry supporting families, creating jobs, and bringing diverse flavors to communities across our state.
Full episode: youtu.be/X-0N9yhpiFc?is=8V1p…
What brings us together is often greater than what sets us apart. 🌱 GdBiddS2qWZat20XVzona explores the shared values of family, community, and the people who help feed our nation. Watch the documentary.
#GrowingHome #ArizonaAg
Full episode: youtu.be/qqLUEM6ZXbg?is=dBid…
We feature the Phoenix-area Lopez family in our mini documentary, Growing Home: Arizona. Business-owner Brian Lopez talks water issues and reveals common values between the rural and urban populations, and that we all see water as a treasured resource: azfb.org/News/Growing-Home-A…
Water storage goes beyond reservoirs. Our groundwater and watersheds act like a savings account, helping build resilience for times of drought. Learn why both natural and engineered infrastructure matter to Arizona's water future.
Full ep: youtu.be/cpfiM1TJ8RE?is=nR7m…
Arizona Farm Bureau's mini-documentary explores the critical role water plays in Arizona agriculture through the stories of three Arizona families. 🌱💧
See how water connects our farms, families, and communities.
Watch the film here: shorturl.at/0uMIG
What happens when you combine agriculture, music, and education? Watch how Nancy Caywood is inspiring the next generation to learn about insects, water conservation, and where their food comes from. 🎵🌱💧
#AgEducation #ArizonaAg
Full episode: youtu.be/PGmNtb2xEM8?is=Qrbj…
Food myths can start early, but so can food education. Teaching where our food comes from helps build trust, inspire curiosity, and connect the next generation to agriculture.
#ArizonaAg #AgEducation #FoodFacts
Full episode: youtu.be/lKKI2BAakeE?is=sGEA…
Okra: The Slime Queen of the Vegetable World! Meet Abelmoschus esculentus — better known as okra or lady's fingers in many English-speaking countries. This flowering beauty from the mallow family hails from East Africa and has conquered kitchens across tropical, subtropical,
(Photo courtesy Mortimer Farms, where they are growing this yummy summer veggie!)
Nutrition snapshot (per 100g raw):
✅ Only 33 calories
✅ 3g fiber (hello, happy gut!)
✅ 2g plant protein
✅ Loaded with vitamins C, K & B6
✅ Packed with magnesium, potassium & calcium
Low-cal, nutrient-dense, & antioxidant-rich okra is basically a green superhero in pod form.
What's your favorite way to enjoy okra? Drop your recipes below! 👇
#Okra #LadyFingers #Superfood #HealthyEating #GardenToTable
Farm families feed America with dedication, care, and a commitment to producing the food we rely on every day. 🌱🇺🇸
Full episode: youtu.be/glfI90xi_gw?is=4yt1…
#ArizonaFarmBureau #FarmFamilies #FeedAmerica #ArizonaAg #ThankAFarmer
AZFB President John Boelts joined Farm Bureau leaders in Washington, D.C., advocating for the issues that matter most to America’s farmers and ranchers. Together, we’re ensuring agriculture’s voice is heard. 🇺🇸🌾
#FarmBureau #ArizonaAg
Dr. Ryan Wolker, DVM, Arizona's State Veterinarian with the Arizona Department of Agriculture, explains what the New World screwworm is and how it affects livestock.
Full episode: youtu.be/pYIJ0SPj6L8?is=Llox…