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Find fun food facts and current agriculture statistics, and discover what farmers do and the agriculture issues they face every day.
Horseradish History and Other Pungent Particulars
Horseradish is a member of a venerable botanical family, Brassicaceae, which includes broccoli, cabbage, mustard and wasabi. Read on for more horseradish fun facts.
Amazing and Interesting Egg Facts [Infographic]
Egg facts infographic provides a look at global egg consumption habits along with tidbits about eggshell color and how to tell if your eggs are fresh.
Beyond Fresh Breath: Mint Trivia and Fun Facts
In 2010 the United States produced a whopping 8.6 million pounds of the breath-fresheners. Here are some more fun facts about mint.
Popular Potatoes: Tater Trivia and Fun Facts
The potato is the most important non-cereal crop for feeding the world, ranking behind corn, wheat and rice. Read on for other potato fun facts.
Farm Facts: Pumpkins
Pumpkins range in size from less than a pound to over 1,000 pounds. The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds. Learn more pumpkin facts.
Turkey Trivia From Bird Brains to ‘Birdzilla’
An estimated 88 percent of Americans surveyed still serve turkey for Thanksgiving. But do you know your turkey, really? Chew on this turkey trivia.
National Cheese Day Cherishes Cheese
Sure, June is National Dairy Month, but what would a dairy month be without cheese?
The Meat of the Matter: Beef Farm Facts
Beef up on fun facts related to beef and cattle, the largest segment of U.S. agriculture.
Farm Facts: Watermelon
Harvested between July and Labor Day, the watermelon is the most consumed melon in the United States. Here are some fun facts about this juicy fruit.
Soy What? Soybean Fun Facts
Soybeans have grown in familiarity with the rise of edamame and vegetarian-friendly soy products, but here are a few interesting facts about soybeans you might not know.
Trees, Taps and Sap: How Maple Syrup is Made
It’s sweet, sticky and delicious on warm pancakes or waffles, but there’s a lot more to maple syrup than meets the eye – or taste buds.
Milk and Dairy Fun Facts
Did you know that adding a pinch of salt to your quart or gallon of milk makes it stay fresh longer? Learn more about other dairy fun facts.
