Chew on This
Food for thought that you can chew on. Interesting tidbits to feed your curiousity. Learn more in the Common Questions about Agriculture section of our site.
Grains: Fuel for life!
Did you know that grains are the edible seeds of specific grasses? We as humans get about 48% on average of our calories, or food energy, from grains! Grains also can be used to feed livestock and manufacture cooking oils, fuels, cosmetics and even hand sanitizer. True cereal grains include wheat, oat, rice, corn, barley, sorghum, rye and millet.Grains are annual plants, which means they have only one growing season per year and yield one crop. Let 's talk about a few grains we use every day!
Herbs are Ag
Let 's explore where mint, and some other herbs, get their start!
Did Somebody Say BBQ?!
Barbecue is an American staple. You find it shared at family gatherings and every patriotic event. But where did it originate?
Snacks and Sustainability
What do pretzels, chips, and beef cattle have in common?
March is National Peanut Month!
Here are some peanut-y resources!
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BERRY Surprising Facts
Berries are always a yummy, healthy snack, but what exactly is a berry?
