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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.

City ham or country ham?

To give you a head start in your pursuit of a heavenly ham, read on for our answers to commonly asked ham questions.

 
Food Facts: Wheat

Wheat has long been one of the most important crops in the world, with millions of acres devoted to wheat production.

 
food facts eggs

Did you know? Most eggs produced today will be at the grocery store within 72 hours.

 
Yams Vs. Sweet Potatoes

Did you think yams and sweet potatoes were the same vegetable? Well, you’re not alone – it’s a fairly common mistake for Americans to refer to certain varieties of sweet potatoes as yams.

 
winter squash

When the weather gets cold and the traditional fruits of summer are out of season, winter squash can be a delicious and healthy option.

 
Pork Tenderloin With Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Here are several fun facts about pork, including the benefits of eating bacon.

 
winter wheat

Planted in fall, winter wheat is ready to be harvested in late spring. Read on for more fun facts about this crop.

 
Pumpkin Pie

More than 1 billion pounds of pumpkins are produced in the the United States each year, mostly used for processing, not ornamental. Read on for more pumpkin trivia.

 
Blackberries grow on a blackberry bush

Research touting the health benefits of blackberries is grabbing headlines these days.

 
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