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Arizona Apples Are the Sweetest!

9/21/2021

Arizona apples have some unique qualities that Arizona apple growers can be proud of.

Member Benefit Spotlight: UofA Global Campus

9/20/2021

AZ Farm Bureau Members and family members receive benefit savings on tuition and more!

RFD-TV Interview: Whoa WOTUS Gets Complicated Again

9/20/2021

The U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona recently made a ruling vacating the Navigable Waters Protection Rule created during the Trump Administration. This has created some serious concerns in the agricultural community.

Healthy Soil, Healthy Farms and Healthy Planet

9/16/2021

Healthy soil is good for us all!

USDA Expands ELAP to Cover Feed Hauling Costs

9/9/2021

The USDA has announced additional resources for covering the cost of hauling feed to drought-stricken ranches.

Member Benefit Spotlight: Budget Truck Rental

9/6/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau members can now save 20% off Budget Truck Rental! Use your discount to save 20% on consumer rental rates and mileage charges on Budget Truck’s broad range of offerings, from cargo vans up to 26’ box trucks!

Arizona Agriculture is Diverse

9/1/2021

Between crops and livestock, Arizona's agriculture is quite diverse!

Now that the Tier One Shortage on the Colorado River is Here

9/1/2021

The day we wished would never come has arrived: on August 16, the Bureau of Reclamation declared that Lake Mead will be in a Tier One shortage level beginning 2022.

Conversation on Leadership and Cooperative Extension

8/30/2021

We celebrate Dr. Silvertooth’s contribution to the advancement of practical application science to Arizona agriculture.

Arizona Agriculture’s Amazing Female Farmer Story

8/26/2021

Arizona holds the highest percentage of female producers (farmers and ranchers) at 49%, the national average is 36%, according to the latest USDA Census of Agriculture.

Arizona's Conservation Agricultural Mentoring Program Profile

8/25/2021

First, in a series, we profile mentor Nancy Caywood of Caywood Farms and protégé Meredith Truelove of Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

Arizona Farm Bureau Transportation Handbook: Covered Farm Vehicles

8/25/2021

With the recent publication of the revised AZFB Agriculture Transportation Handbook, there were several notable updates.

Down the Long and Winding Arizona Roads

8/24/2021

Today, you can ask any one of the Outreach managers and they will tell you they are glad to be fully back “on the road again!”

Help us Protect the Navigable Waters Protection Rule

8/23/2021

As a farmer or rancher, we know you care deeply about the land and water that you steward. Help us as we urge EPA not to return to a flawed regulatory system that places unreasonable burdens on farmers and ranchers by writing “navigable” out of the Clean Water Act.

Member Benefit Spotlight: Mortimer Farms

8/23/2021

AZ Farm Bureau Members save at Mortimer Farms!

State Fire Relief Grants Available Now: Apply ASAP

8/20/2021

Arizona's DFFM has opened applications for $10 million in fire relief grants for private and public landowners.

Arizona Agriculture Sustaining Sustainability Story

8/18/2021

Decades of innovation and planning have produced amazing stories in agriculture about conservation, resource savings, and more. This is Arizona agriculture's story. This is American agriculture's story!

Conversation about Arizona’s Agricultural Mentoring Program: Keisha Tatem

8/18/2021

With the launch last April of the Conservation Agricultural Mentoring Program (CAMP), in partnership with the Arizona Farm Bureau, Tatem and her team have been front and center in enthusiastically driving this unique partnership.

Interesting Facts About Arizona Organics

8/17/2021

This year (2021) marks the 20th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s organic food rules.

USDA Announces Availability of Low-Interest Loans for Fire Recovery

8/16/2021

USDA has made low-interest loans available for ranchers who need assistance repairing damaged infrastructure or replacing lost livestock after a fire event.

Arizona Agriculture’s Water Technology Advances

8/16/2021

Because of agriculture’s high-water use, our farmers and ranchers are always questioned about our efficiencies when applying water to our fields.

Arizona Farm Bureau Statement on the Tier One Declaration

8/16/2021

The same spirit of innovation that made farmers the leaders in developing Arizona’s water supply will guide them as they navigate this challenge.

15 of My Favorite Facts about Arizona Beef

8/11/2021

To celebrate the Arizona beef farmers' and ranchers' perseverance, I decided to list the top reasons I love beef!

Western Ag States Meet to Mimic Opportunities and Strengthen Members Services

8/10/2021

Monthly, RFD-TV interviews Arizona Farm Bureau President Stefanie Smallhouse.

On and Off the Arizona Farm, the Work is Never Done!

8/9/2021

It can be easy to get overwhelmed when considering the multiple outside forces impacting your ability to farm or milk cows.

Racin for the Bacon 2 Events 1 Cause

8/7/2021

The Arizona Pork Council presents the Racin' For the Bacon: Two Events one Cause benefitting Arizona Farm Bureau's Educational Farming Company. Join us for the Racin' for the Bacon for Ag Education Virtual 5K and/or the Racin's for the Bacon Derby Dinner on October 16, 2021.

Disneyland Raffle

8/6/2021

Support the Arizona Farm Bureau Educational Farming Company and give yourself a chance to win a trip to Disneyland California for 4!

The Latest on Proposed Changes to Inheritance Taxes

8/4/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau is working around the clock to advocate for tax policy that encourages family businesses, rather than hurting them.

August 2021 Arizona Agriculture

8/4/2021

Conversation on Leadership and Cooperative Extension: Jeffery Silvertooth

Get to Disneyland for $100

8/4/2021

What if I told you I could get you and your family or friends (4 people) to the Magical Kingdom for about a 1/3 of the cost?

Join Us in Raising Money to Help Increase Arizona Youth’s Knowledge of Arizona Ag!

8/3/2021

This year, we are excited to meet in person for the Racin’ for the Bacon Derby Dinner on Saturday, October 16th from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

Million Dollar Award Advances University of Arizona’s Continued Efforts to Support Agriculture

8/3/2021

In order for agriculture to take on the challenge of feeding a growing population with fewer resources, we will need the practical application of cutting-edge technology.

July 2021 Arizona Agriculture

7/28/2021

A conversation about Arizona’s Agricultural Mentoring Program: Keisha Tatem

May 2021 Arizona Agriculture

7/28/2021

Conversation with a Vet About One Health: Dr. Fowler

April 2021 Arizona Agriculture

7/28/2021

Conversation on Drought Monitoring: How Advances Help Us Tackle Climate Challenges.

Update on Rural Broadband in Congress

7/28/2021

While we appreciate the recent attention to and investments in rural broadband, there is still work that can be done at the federal level to both secure additional funds and ensure infrastructure is built in a timely fashion.

March 2021 Arizona Agriculture

7/28/2021

Conversation on Arizona’s Restaurant Industry and the Pandemic

February 2021 Arizona Agriculture

7/28/2021

In this issue, we tackle Climate Change and how agriculture improves the climate for the better.

Teachers Become Students

7/28/2021

The program, usually a week-long event that keeps teachers on a chartered bus to travel agriculture in-person, was a hybrid event this year.

Two Arizona Agriculture Facts To Celebrate!

7/28/2021

Can you guess what two ag facts set us apart?

One Northern Arizona Rancher Tells his Drought Story

7/27/2021

This time we profile northern Arizona rancher Benny Aja, also Coconino County Farm Bureau President.

Our Webinar Topics: We Are Listening!

7/27/2021

The idea of a webinar series wasn’t a new concept to Arizona Farm Bureau (AZFB).

Member Benefit Spotlight: SeaWorld

7/26/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau members save up to 45% off gate ticket price!

Arizona Pork: A Light Step

7/21/2021

Curious about pork's carbon footprint? Check out the video

Toasting 100 Years with Centennial Red and Cien Beer

7/21/2021

It’s Official. We can toast Arizona Farm Bureau’s 100 years of existence with specially made wine and beer!

Arizona’s Certified Organic Ag Sales Increase Nearly 70% from 2016

7/20/2021

The number of certified organic farms in Arizona was 62, an increase of 24 farms from 2016.

Arizona Ranchers Tell Their Border Stories

7/19/2021

With no regard for the environment, land, land managers, landowners and families living nearby, border crossers leave behind evidence of their crossings.

Arizona’s Agriculture is so Diverse, what we Grow Maximizes on All Aspects of Our Health

7/14/2021

If you check out the entire article on hair loss quoting the experts, you’ll discover that all the foods listed, except one, are available through Arizona agriculture.

Resiliency in American and Arizona Agriculture

7/14/2021

The pandemic of 2020 taught us much. Mostly, it reminded us of how important our food supply chain is to all Americans.

Whether on The Ranch or at The Legislature, the Work is Never Done!

7/13/2021

Your Arizona Farm Bureau has been hard at work on several issues which impact your bottom line.

Executive Order to Address Markets and Right to Repair

7/12/2021

President Biden issued an Executive Order aimed at addressing unfair markets, the right to repair, poultry tournament pay, and Product of the USA labeling.

Member Benefit Spotlight: Case IH

7/12/2021

AZ FARM BUREAU MEMBERS SAVE $200-$500 ON ELIGIBLE CASE IH EQUIPMENT

Ed Martin Becomes Interim Director

7/8/2021

Vice President Shane Burgess has appointed Dr. Ed Martin as Interim Director of the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension System, effective June 12. Burgess began the process to conduct an international search for the permanent director.

NRCS Announces July 12 Deadline for Key Fire Relief Programs

7/6/2021

Producers eligible for EQIP or EQIP-CIC funds have until July 12 to apply for relief.

Higher Education, Lower Cost With New Farm Bureau Benefit

7/6/2021

The Arizona Farm Bureau and the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC), an accredited online university, now offer all Arizona Farm Bureau members savings on tuition and other educational costs.

Arizona Summertime Means Fresh, Local Arizona Melon Time

7/5/2021

It’s reasonable to say, we’re good at growing melons in Arizona.

Wheels and Whirligigs and Walks

7/2/2021

Optimum ag is agriculture you observe, farming and ranching you engage in.

The Latest on Drone Technology for Ag Use

7/2/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau's latest #WebinarWednesday features the latest on drone technology for agriculture use.

Maricopa County Public Health Has Free Services for Farms, Farmworkers

6/30/2021

Since we don’t know if there will be a resurgence of the COVID-19 illness this fall or how variants may affect us in Arizona, it's good to learn the facts about the available vaccines now so you can take steps to be protected.

One Arizona Ranch Family Finds Hope During the Drought

6/29/2021

To share one southern Arizona Ranch family’s challenges during this drought, Arizona Farm Bureau’s “The Voice” blog interviewed Tina and David Thompson.

Member Benefit Spotlight: Kona Ice

6/28/2021

Check out this cool benefit - AZ Farm Bureau Members save big with Kona Ice West Valley!

Arizona Ag's Wheels and Whirligigs and Walks

6/24/2021

Arizona farmers and ranchers are always observing, assessing and evaluating their agriculture operations by using wheels, drones, horses on the ranch and simple walkabouts.

The Government Relations Team: Advocating on Your Behalf

6/23/2021

We’ve compiled our major areas for you, so you can understand our efforts and take advantage of being a big part of what we do as an agriculture member.

USDA Announces Grant to Improve Meat and Poultry Slaughter Processing Capacity

6/21/2021

USDA today announced $55.2 million in competitive grant funding available through the new Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grant (MPIRG) program.

Stick to the Basics Along with Easy Life Hacks and You’ll reduce Your Sugar Intake

6/21/2021

What are the easy “life hacks” to reducing your own sugar intake?

Spring and Summer Foods that Support Metabolism, Hydration and Satiety

6/17/2021

Arizona’s spring and summer crops cover a variety of fruits and vegetables most don’t know much about.

Along with Ranchers, Others are Extolling the Benefits of Protein Meat

6/15/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau is dedicated, along with other organizations such as the Arizona Beef Council, to telling Arizona’s beef story.

Update on Federal Infrastructure Negotiations

6/14/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau has been closely monitoring these discussions as many of these investments are critical to the agriculture industry, especially investment in water infrastructure.

What Will be 30x30 Proposal’s Real Impact?

6/8/2021

While stakeholders read through the report there’s a lot of questions circulating including trying to understand the full impact.

Variety, Value, Quality and Taste Are Arizona Beef

6/7/2021

This past weekend KTAR’s Rosie on the House hosted the “Farm Fresh” hour with Arizona Farm Bureau where we featured Rancher Tim Petersen of Arizona Grass Raised Beef. The radio segment is embedded in this article.

Member Benefit Spotlight: Grainger

6/7/2021

AZ Farm Bureau Members receive special prices on selected product and supplies, plus FREE shipping on ALL Grainger orders!

Arizona Farm Bureau is Non-Partisan

5/27/2021

Being non-partisan doesn’t mean that Arizona Farm Bureau is not biased. It just means that our bias is toward agriculture! Our focus is on our farmer-rancher-led policy, not politics.

Arizona Dairy Industry’s Climate Smart Practices

5/26/2021

Anyone familiar with Arizona’s dairy industry knows our dairy farmers have quite a climate-smart story to tell.

USDA Releases Climate-Smart Agriculture and Forestry Strategy

5/25/2021

Recognizing that stakeholder input was key in developing this strategy, the Executive Order also directed the Secretary of Agriculture to collect input from Tribes, farmers, ranchers, forest owners, conservation groups, and other communities.

Arizona Farm Bureau’s Fill Your Plate Connects Arizona Families to Arizona’s Farmers and Ranchers

5/24/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau realizes the significant importance of knowing where our food comes from including the excitement of meeting a modern-day farmer growing our food, certainly local food.

Arizona agriculture's Pork Industry

5/20/2021

Arizona agriculture's pork industry contributes millions to the state's economy and provides healthy, nutritious pork to Arizona families.

Arizona Cooperative Extension Waives Enrollment Fees for 4-H Youth and Covers Costs of Volunteer Background Checks

5/19/2021

"We believe this is an important time for the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension to step up and do what we can to engage even more youth and families so they can benefit from what Arizona 4-H has to offer."

New Information Regarding the Administration’s Plan to Conserve 30% of Land by 2030

5/18/2021

The much anticipated 30x30 proposal (also known as Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful) was released on May 6 and provided some clarity regarding the administration’s plan to conserve 30 percent of our land and water resources by the year 2030.

10 Climate Smart Facts Proving Arizona and American Ag Protects the Environment

5/18/2021

According to the latest research, U.S. agriculture contributes around 10% to overall greenhouse gas emissions by economic sector.

How Vet’s One Health Strategy Keeps Animals and People Healthy

5/17/2021

Dr. Fowler oversees research programming on the health and safety of people involved in pork production, while focusing on public health and zoonotic diseases – diseases that can spread between animals like pigs and humans.

Starting TOMORROW: John Deere - Platinum 2 Pricing until May 31st

5/14/2021

May 15th to May 31st, Farm Bureau Members enjoy even BIGGER savings with Platinum 2 pricing!

Arizona Agriculture Works!

5/13/2021

Our farms and ranches, big and small, organic and biotech work to keep us fed and clothed.

Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year Nominations Now Open

5/12/2021

The grand prize winner – Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year – will win a year’s worth of Purina dog food and $5,000 in prize money.

One Size Does Not Fit All When Deciding Climate Policy

5/12/2021

By its very nature, American and Arizona agriculture make climate-positive contributions each day.

Meet Arizona Agriculture's Searle Ogilvie Family

5/11/2021

Sarah Ogilvie is passionate about agriculture and certainly ranching and pistachios.

11 Reasons to Attend Arizona’s Women in Agriculture Conference

5/8/2021

It’s time to register for the 24th annual Women in Agriculture Conference that will be held at the Wigwam Resort, July 8 and 9, this year’s theme is Ag Stands Together!

Right Out of the Gate, Arizona Farm Bureau Protected Markets, Land and Labor

5/5/2021

In an ongoing series celebrating Arizona Farm Bureau's 100 years, Arizona Farm Bureau's first couple decades showed its moxie as this young organization planted deep roots in the state.

Delay, Delay, Delay: Arizona’s Redistricting Process off to a Slow – and Surprising – Start

5/5/2021

Elections are always important, but one of the reasons we worked so hard to drive our members to the polls in 2020 was the Independent Redistricting Commission or IRC.

Arizona Craft Beer and Peaches, They Do go Together

5/3/2021

Missed the Farm Fresh hour on Rosie on the House last Saturday? Listen here: This past Saturday, guests from Schnepf Farms and Arizona Craft Brewers Guild: Owner Mark Schnepf and Executive Director Rob Fullmer.

Why Farmers Should Care About the New Human Infrastructure Package

4/28/2021

Congress needs to hear from you to learn why you support maintaining stepped-up basis and repeal of the estate tax!

Congress Introduces Six Climate Bills in One Week

4/26/2021

Within the past week, Congress has been busy building upon this momentum and introducing legislation to break down barriers for farmers and foresters to be a part of the climate change solution.

Member Benefit Spotlight: Vantage UAV

4/26/2021

Vantage UAV offers Arizona Farm Bureau Members a cashback discount off specific drone hardware and a discount for any Drone as a Service.

These Arizona Water Facts Help You Thrive

4/22/2021

Arizona’s diverse water portfolio encourages efficient use of water resources, allows us to subsist even in drought conditions, and provides more options when planning our state’s future economic growth.

How Advances Help Arizona Agriculture Tackle Climate Challenges

4/21/2021

My conversation with Mike Crimmins, especially about DroughtView, an online tool that makes it easy to access and plot near-real-time satellite data, caused me to conclude that even our biggest challenges in this arid state have truly hopeful outcomes. After an all-inclusive scientific approach, key ingredients involve a mix of patience and tenacity.

Can You Escape the Classroom?

4/20/2021

Arizona Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom (AZFB AITC) is encouraging students to break out of the classroom!

Farm Bureau Provides Comments on Proposed U.S. Forest Service Grazing Permit Changes

4/19/2021

Proposed updates to the Forest Service rangeland management directives are a welcome modernization of the agency's procedures.

Meet Arizona Agriculture's Mayfield Family

4/19/2021

Third and soon to be fourth generation farm family in Buckeye share their legacy in Arizona agriculture.

Member Benefit Spotlight: John Deere - BIG savings coming in May!

4/19/2021

JOHN DEERE PLATINUM 2 PROMOTION: from May 15th-31st

More than a Nuisance: Why Strengthening Right-to-Farm Laws Became a Key Legislative Priority

4/16/2021

On April 9, Governor Doug Ducey signed Senate Bill 1448, a much-needed update to Arizona’s “Right to Farm Law.” Here’s why it matters.

USDA Announces Update on COVID-19 Relief Implementation

4/13/2021

More details on the Pandemic Assistance for Producers program is good news for specialty crop and cotton farmers.