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• Green Is One of Our Favorite Colors

  Hickman’s Fine Fertilizers loves the color green, and we love young agriculture enthusiasts. Recently we donated 20 bags of 4-2-2 fertilizer to two schools in the Balsz School District — Orangedale Jr. High Prep and Brunson-Lee Elementary School (for the community garden).

• Some Nutrition Conversation

  Here is a bit of some interesting conversation that went on recently about protein and nutrition. It’s worth repeating. Be sure to read through to the end.

• Reprint: Embrace the Egg, Not the Recall!

  Julie Murphree of the Arizona Farm Bureau has written a powerful article detailing her love of eggs, and why they are such an important part of a healthy life. We are pleased to offer it here in its entirety. For more information about the AFB, visit www.azfb.org.

• KEX interview with Sharman

• Tomorrow's Winners Health and Fitness Program

  700 girls will participate at two high schools in Buckeye on September 16.

• Glenn Hickman's Statement

  The recent voluntary national egg recall does not involve any product produced by Hickman’s Family Farms. The following is Glenn’s statement:

  Remember, there are almost 300 million hens out there each producing about an egg a day. Billions of eggs are eaten around the world daily, and many people depend on them for their daily nutrition. Eggs contain the most digestible protein available in nature. I wouldn’t recommend eating raw eggs, raw pork, or drink un-pasteurized milk. In fact no one since Rocky Balboa has actually eaten a raw egg on purpose. Isn’t there even a warning on the carton and every menu in the country? You shouldn’t drink downstream from the herd, play in the street, or eat unwashed greens. Proper food preparation is everyone’s responsibility. It’s a shame if eggs disappear from anyone’s diet.

• Food Safety Fashion

• The Journey of My Eggcellent Egg, from the Arizona Farm Bureau

  This video is especially helpful as an educational tool for teachers and instructors of all kinds. Thanks to the Arizona Farm Bureau for this posting. bit.ly/aD5NpD

• More Fertilizer for the International Rescue Committee

  Once again, we’re happy to help the IRC “grow their business.” We’re on our way on August 17 with 34 pallets of 50-pound bags of pellets. That’s 1,360 bags of really good Hickman’s fine fertilizer, just in time for the fall growing season. For complete information about the IRC, visit www.theIRC.org.

• C-CAP Heavy Medal Culinary Competition

  You’re invited on September 19, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. as two renown chefs challenge each other for the title. Go to bit.ly/bguYPA for complete information and to order tickets.

• Register Online for the 2nd Annual Drive for Agriculture Golf Tournament

  Individuals can now register online for the golf tournament benefitting Arizona Farm Bureau’s Agriculture in the Classroom. The event will take place November 10th at the Raven at South Mountain Golf Course. The event will fill with 36 teams. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to win one of several Hole-In-One prizes including a new Ford Pick-Up donated by the Arizona Ford Dealer’s Association. For more information visit www.azfb.org.

• We had a letter from Sprouts VP Joe Dobrow that we want to share with you.

  Sprouts Farmers Market featured Hickman’s recently in their newsletter. The response was wonderful, and we thought you’d enjoy reading what one Sprouts customer had to say.

• Hickman's The Farm Choice Scores Winning Goal

  We made an early touchdown at Westview High School at 107th Avenue and Indian School. Their football field was anything but a champion until it went into summer training with The Farm Choice fertilizer. For more information about Hickman’s line of amazing fertilizers, visit hickmanseggs.com/fert.html.

• Hickman's makes an impression on a young customer.

• Hickman's Is Happy to Be a Part of the Hunger Solution

  Here are useful cooking suggestions using typical resources distributed at a food bank. We are happy to forward this on.

• Golf & Lunch Deal

  This week (Wed. thru Fri.), play golf AND have lunch at the Raven Golf Club – all for only $39. – great deal!!

• Thank You Letter from Jon Vosper

  Thank you so much for spotlighting our project in your newsletter!

• Make the Green for AITC

  You are cordially invited to join us at our 2nd annual Golf Tournament to benefit the Agriculture in the Classroom Program.

• Association of Arizona Food Banks Officially a Feeding America Partner State Association

  Four of AAFB’s five member food banks are members of Feeding America: Community Food Bank in Tucson, St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance in Phoenix, United Food Bank in Mesa, and Yuma Community Food Bank in Yuma.

  Hickman’s Family Farms has been pleased to support the efforts of Arizona’s food banks by donating eggs and egg products.

• Jan D'Atri Features Young Farmers and Ranchers

  this past weekend, Jan D’Atri featured some really great young people on her show. We thank Julie Murphree of the Arizona Farm Bureau for sending us the information.

• Revisiting the Farm to Table Mom Blog Tour

  It seems like a good time to take a look again at the connection we made with some great ladies earlier this year. Several of the mom bloggers said that visiting Hickman’s changed their minds about how they buy eggs. And hey — if you can’t trust a mom, who can you trust? Visit this link for the complete story: www.doublebugs.com/index.php?s=hickmans+eggs

• Hall of Fame Dinner Date Changed

  Okay, so it’s next March. But we know your schedule gets full early, so be sure to block out this date: March 5, 2011.

• Is Henrietta is missing?

  Don’t get your feathers ruffled.

• Response to Questions About Caring for Hens in Cages

  In response to customer feedback regarding the caged bird correlation to inhumane treatment, Sharman Hickman offers these observations.

• Glendale Celebrates Veterans, November 6

  Be sure to mark your calendars for this wonderful event. Thanks to Rosie Hardenburger, volunteer, for alerting us.

• USDA Study Shows No Nutrional Benefit to Organic, Cage-Free Eggs

  Everybody at Hickman’s is committed to providing eggs to our customers that are the best quality available anywhere, produced under the best possible conditions. When it is done with precision, care, and experience — egg production can be both efficient and humane, to provide an affordable source of protein food.

• Local Businesses Hold Peanut Butter & Jelly Drive Through July

  A peanut butter and jelly sandwich may not sound like a lifeline, but for many people in Arizona, it can make the difference between going to bed hungry and having something to eat. This article is taken from AZ Central’s website.

• AgChat Announces Farmer-Oriented Social Media

  Thanks to Julie Murphree of the AFB for this article. Hickman’s has fully embraced social media, and we look forward to talking to you, however you’d like to contact us — cell phone email, Facebook Twitter, or by good old land line.

• Baby Nicolas George Cortez

  Dan and Maria Cortez send photos of their new son, Nicolas George Cortez, who was born on June 9, 2010.

• See How It's Grown

  Are you an educator who wants to show ag students how fresh produce can be grown in desert Arizona, despite the challenges of the heat? Consider visiting the farming site being cultivated by Somali Bantu farmers, who are here through the International Rescue Committee. They have transformed land near Maricopa in the East Valley into a producer of squash, zucchini, melons, and much more.

• Boxed In? Round Out Your Breakfast With Hickman's

  Well, it’s really an oval we’d like to see you get to know, if you haven’t already. Hickman’s eggs are real food for breakfast. Now that Kellogg’s has recalled 28 million boxes of its cereal, you might want to try something that doesn’t come in a “wax-like” wrapper.

  Read more about it at www.bloomberg.com/news/2010-06-25/kellogg-recalls-28-million-boxes-of-cereal-over-wax-like-taste-from-liner.html.

• At-Risk School Kids Will Have a Great Breakfast on July 8

  What could be better than Hickman’s eggs and Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Las Vegas?

• Mrs. Smith's Mobile Office

  Maria Smith shows how the multi-tasking professional mom gets it all done down on the egg farm.

• Questions about egg dating? Here are some answers.

  Are you paying big money to buy fresh eggs? Here’s what you need to know about freshness.

• Arizona Farming & Ranching Hall of Fame Seeks Nominees

  The Arizona Farming & Ranching Hall of Fame is seeking nominations of pioneers who have led the way in the field of agriculture. To be eligible nominees must be individuals who have been associated directly with farming and ranching, or who are part of the farming and ranching community in the fields of education, business or the sciences. Nominations are encouraged from all corners of the state. (Thanks to Julie Murphree of the Arizona Farm Bureau for this item.)

• A Note from Norma Macias

  Glenn spoke at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce last week, and we received a wonderful note from Norma Macias, the Member Services Director. Norma, it was our pleasure!

• Want Summer Fun? Herd On Over to Superstition Farm!

  Working Dairy Farm Offers Unique Summer Camp Program

  From fresh air to animal care, this summer Superstition Farm offers a four-day camp program that will be the cow’s moo for every child who attends. Beginning June 15th and running for five sessions, cow campers ages six to fourteen will learn about recycling, gardening, how a farm is operated and the journey that food takes from the farm to the table. A daily snack is provided and fun farm crafts and lots of moooo-velous surprises lie in store, too!

• Here's Something for Any Meal Today -- Onion Frittata

  Sometimes it’s good to focus on simple dish that is easy, affordable, and good for you. This delicious dish is a perfect one for the beginning cook.

• National Day of the Cowboy

  National Day of the Cowboy is Saturday, July 24 in Flagstaff from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Hickman Chicken will be there, cowboy hat and all.

• Iron Chef Winner Mark Tarbell Is Egg-spert on Youtube

  Want to make some amazing eggs in the French tradition? Go to this link and watch Mark Tarbell show how it’s done. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRHmwIAgXfQ

• Superstition Farm Will Highlight Local Farmers (including Hickmans!)

  You have to buy your tickets by tonight, so don’t let this great event get by without you. This may be the last weekend of beautiful outdoor dining weather for awhile. Don’t miss this “Chef Du Moo” extravaganza. The fun starts at 5:30 p.m.

• May Is National Egg Month

  Hickman’s met with some egg-ceptional students yesterday at Trinity Lutheran School.

• The Good Project Wants You!

  Have you taken The Pledge yet? Go to www.goodeggproject.org/take-the-pledge

• Post 41 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt

• “Chef Du Moo” Dinner

  Celebrate local foods with local farmers, chefs and artists… on a real working farm.

• It takes real eggs to make a real egg hunt

• 2nd Annual Drive for Ag Ed Golf Tournament

• Question: Where is the pumpkin pie recipe that you talked about on Jan D'Atri's radio program?

  I’ve heard from some of you who were out there recently in Radio Land. Here is the classic Hickman pumpkin pie recipe that Jan D’Atri says is her favorite.

• Here's another one that easy and festive! Tortilla Quiche!

  Cinco de Mayo is getting close. This would be perfect for your May 5 celebration.

• A real Easter egg hunt

• Mommy & Me Ice Cream Classes

• Superstition Farm Camp: June - July 2010

• Eat an Egg Before Your Interview

  Found in egg yolks, peanuts, soybeans and flaxseeds the nutrient choline helps support the brain’s messenger service, called neurotransmitters. It’s also linked to new memory cell production. For more information, see www.ajc.com/health/eating-to-prep-for-440283.html

• In the Kitchen With Jan (D'Atri)

  It was so great being able to share some air time with Jan, and to get to see her and her mother in action together.

• AIMS Snacks Score Big

  Fourth grade teacher, Mrs. Mosley, dropped us a note to tell us how her flock had done during AIMS testing.

• Check Out Jeffrey Saad's Blog Today!

  Jeffrey Saad — National Spokesperson for the American Egg Board, recipe consultant, motivational speaker, and acclaimed chef — talks about his recent visit to Hickman’s Family Farms.

• More 'Skinny' on Eggs

  Yesterday’s Rachael Ray “Incredible People” segment sponsored by the American Egg Board was eggscellent. This segment featured Carrie Curtis who is finally living the double life she’s dreamed about for years – first grade teacher by day, roller derby girl by night! She explains why fulfilling her dream didn’t happen overnight.

• Dried Egg Sticking on Dishes?

  Here’s a Hint from Heloise that we know you will want to remember.

• 'The Journey of My Eggcellent Egg' is on Youtube.com

  Check out this great video. It’s another wonderful offering from the Arizona Farm Bureau. Here’s a story you can sink your teeth into…

• You've got to read this! This article from incredibleegg.org will make your day!

  Eating eggs for breakfast helps reduce calorie consumption throughout the day by 18 percent. New research reports that eating protein in the morning helps manage hunger.

• Eggs Reach Arizona Food Banks in Time for Easter

  The hens have been busy getting ready for Easter. Here’s another link to a great story about this spring’s egg donation to the food banks in Arizona. www.azfamily.com/good-morning-arizona/inside/Hickmans-Family-Farms-donates-eggs-to-food-banks-in-time-for-Easter-88933582.html

• The Easter Bunny in Vegas

  The Easter Bunny was pressed into service in Las Vegas duringour latest egg donation. Follow this link to the full story: www.lvrj.com/news/special-delivery-for-needy-89583462.html

• Media Coverage for Egg Donation to Las Vegas Food Bank

  Three Square receives eggs just in time for Easter, and the media helped raise awareness of the hunger crisis in Las Vegas.

• Easter Funnies

  

• Hickman's 'Funky Chicken' Visits Food City

  Temporary tattoos and eggs are a hit with customers.

• Journal of Clinical Nutrition Ranks Eggs High

  Eggs ranked high as low cost source of nutrients.

• The Incredible Egg Breakfast Club

  If you’re boiling your eggs, you may want to reconsider your hard-cooking method.

• 2010 Women in Ag Conference Scheduled for June 4

  Mark your calendar for the 2010 Women in Ag Conference to be held at the Buttes, in Tempe on Friday, June 4. Hosted by the Arizona Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee (WLC), the University of Arizona College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and the Arizona Cattlewomen, the 14th annual conference is open to anyone interested in improving leadership, professional and personal skills.

• Angus Scholarship Opportunities Are Still Available

  The Angus Foundation and American Angus Auxiliary are providing several scholarship opportunities to Angus youth pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.

• A letter from Colleen Pope

  Desert Marigold Charter School in Phoenix hosted its Second Annual Medieval Games Event. Hickman’s Family Farms helped keep the knights bright!

• Over Easy to Feed Customers Who Feed Others March 29-31

  What could be better than getting a free breakfast for helping others?

• Write About Arizona Agriculture and Win Free Harkins Tickets

  The Arizona Farm Bureau will send you to the movies if you are a contest winner.

• Hickman's Family Farms to Donate 300,000 Eggs to Arizona Food Banks

  Part of an Overall Donation of 700,000 Eggs in Four States

• You'll Love It at Bashas' -- With the Hickman's Chicken

  When you’re out shopping at Bashas’, watch for the Hickman’s chicken and all sorts of fun and surprises. Here’s the schedule so far.

• Heart Walk for American Heart Association -- UPDATE

  The Heart Walk was Saturday, February 27. We’re happy to have participated, and know you will be interested in the letter we received.

• The American Egg Board Provides Timely Tips for Perfect Easter Eggs

  This Easter, the incredible edible egg has enlisted two eggsperts, Howard Helmer, Guinness World Record holder for omelet-making, and “Next Food Network Star” runner-up Chef Jeffrey Saad, to share their top tips on foolproof hard-cooking along with some tasty, affordable recipes for entertaining family and friends.

• Easiest Scrambled Egg Ever

  You need a coffee mug, a fork, a microwave, a Hickman’s egg, and 45 seconds.

• Great Egg Recipes from the Food Network

  My sister-in-law, Audrey Hickman, sent on this link. It takes you to many fabulous egg dishes. Click www.foodnetwork.com/recipes-and-cooking/50-egg-dishes-1--10/index.html for some cooking magic.

• Family Fresh Cooking Blogster Posts about Farm to Table Tour

  Marla Meridith gives a great recap of her recent trip to Arizona, and her experiences on the Farm to Table Tour.

• Letter to Peoria High School Culinary Students

  We had the pleasure of sharing an evening with some exceptionally “good eggs” from Peoria High School.

• Uganda method of delivering fresh eggs...

  Pastor Bolte took this photo of a young boy in Kampala, Uganda.

• NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN SPOTLIGHT DURING FOOD CHECK-OUT WEEK

  Thanks goes to Julie Murphree of the Arizona Farm Bureau for this information. During Food Check-Out Week, the American Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee is focusing on ways consumers can stretch their food dollars, but still buy healthy, nutritious food.

• I'm Going Back to Grade School -- Again!

  March 3 is Young Authors Day at Desert Thunder School in Avondale. I’ll be reading the “classics” to students.

• IT'S MORE THAN FARMING AT THE SOUTHWEST AG SUMMIT

  The theme of the 2010 Agricultural Summit on March 10 and 11 in Yuma sets the stage for the event by featuring information about the low-desert vegetable industry.

• American Egg Board Establishes 'Eggs for Haitian Relief'

  The Good Egg Project is going international to help Haiti. America’s egg farms donated more than 275,000 dozen eggs (3.3 million eggs).

• Calling all incredible people!

  America’s egg farmers are on the look out for the next “Incredible Person.” If you or your kid has a cool talent, here’s how you can become a part of a commercial and help feed the hungry.

• Eggs-treme Cooking Competition

  Students will compete making crepes and omelets.

• A note from Julie Murphree at the Arizona Farm Bureau

  The AZFB has just completed a two-part series about the partnership relationship between professors, aggies, and extension agents. Check out the articles!

• Pediatric Safety Fair

• Arizona Farm Bureau Begins "Hug a Farmer" Week Before Valentine's Day

  Be ready next week: If someone comes up and says “thank you” or asks if they can give you a hug, they’re participating in Arizona Farm Bureau’s “Thank or Hug a Farmer” campaign.

• Superstition Farms Highlights Local Farmers and Chefs

  The “Chef du Moo” event series includes dinner every 2nd Saturday, February 13 through June, rain or shine.

  “Making award winning butter, cheese and ice cream has put me together with some great chefs,” said Casey Stechnij, owner of Udder Delights Desserts and co-owner of Superstition Farm. Co-owner and sister, Alison Crittenden adds, “Because we are in the agriculture community, we also have some great friends growing some great foods. The next step was to get them together.”

• Trinity Lutheran 'tween' tigers have big hearts

  To train for the Heart Walk, Mrs. Mosley’s fourth grade students will walk to the Litchfield Park Public Library on Friday, February 5.

• Remembering When

  Lisa Barker and I used to roll racks of at 4:00 a.m. when we were in junior high.

• Western Sky Middle School in Goodyear to Host Kid's Fun Run

  February 13 is the first “Kids’ Fun Run”, the user friendly portion of the Arizona Marathon. The non-competitive 1-mile run will also feature bouncy houses, entertainment, and lots of fun.

• Joanne from the American Egg Board has some great information to share.

  Cristin Jones, contributing editor to Self magazine, was featured recently on “Regis and Kelly” discussing ten “superfoods” for a healthier 2010. Eggs are number one on Cristin’s list! She notes, “it’s safe for everyone to have up to one egg a day. They’re loaded with nutrients in the yolk so it’s important to eat the whole egg, and they help to improve eye health in the long term.”

  Also, an accompanying article, “Top Ten Superfoods,” highlights eggs’ incredible nutrient package, while also debunking the eggs-cholesterol myth and citing Dr. Dhurandhar’s popular weight loss study.

• Listen to Jan D'Atri's Cooking Show

  Missed the Jan D’Atri Cooking Show last Saturday? You can listen to it on www.azfb.org.

• Southwest College Hoedown

  Southwest College Homecoming Events
  Saturday, January 30, 2010

• Arizona Farming & Ranching Hall of Fame Announces 2010 Inductees

  Each of the honorees has spent a lifetime in the field of agriculture and has made significant contributions to the industry, and the community. The Hickman family was honored to be recognized last year.

• 7th to 12th Graders -- Enter the National AG Essay Contest

  February 12 is the deadline for the national AG essay contest. The winner will receive a $1,000 prize and a trip to Washington, D.C.

• Help for the Breakfast Challenged

  Here’s a great little article on the omelet.

• Head Your Buckboard to Buckeye for the Senior Pro Rodeo February 6 and 7

  What could be better than a rodeo in Arizona? A rodeo that starts off with a Cowboy Breakfast and Hickman’s eggs.

• Sign Up for 'Chat With a Farmer'

  Have you registered to chat with a farmer on the Arizona Farm Bureau site? Arizonans post questions for members of the agriculture community, and get answers straight from the horse’s mouth (or chicken’s beak, etc.).

• Become a Facebook Friend of the Farm Bureau

  Who says making friends isn’t easy? It’s just a click of the mouse away.

• A couple of words about cereal

  You may be shocked to read how little good food you’re kids are getting in the morning before school.

• We had a note from Sally Woods...

  The kids shopped on Saturday with the Sun City Elks Club, and nobody dropped! We made sure that everybody had their Hickman’s eggs afterwards.

• Don't Waste that Citrus!

  St. Mary’s Food Bank is looking for citrus. It’s actually a valuable commodity — and not just something you have to pick up in your yard every year.

• Who Needs Reindeer? We've Got the Sun City Elks Club!

  Saturday, December 5, the Sun City Elks Club will be shopping with kids from Apache Elementary School in Peoria. We will make sure they get a good breakfast afterwards.

• Arizona Farm Bureau Gives Thanks to Our Ag Producers

  Julie Murphree’s words were too good not to share with all of you. We also appreciate her suggestion to donate to a food bank during the holidays.

• States Lobby for Official 'Thank a Farmer Day'

  Do you think that Arizona should join in to proclaim November 20 as ‘Thank a Farmer Day’?

• Young Authors Day

  Did you know chickens can read? Well, the Hickman’s chicken will be doing exactly that on December 16.

• We Meet the Nicest People

  After the recent Tomorrow’s Leadership Conference at Buckeye Union High School, I heard from Sarah Rohrback. Sarah — thanks!

• Arizona Agriculture Literacy Days -- REMINDER

  The 4th Annual Arizona Agriculture Literacy Days will be held November 23-25.

• Clint Hickman on the CBS Early Show, Friday, October 9

  Joanne C. Ivy of the American Egg Board has sent us a heads-up that our own Clint Hickman will be on national television in the morning!

• Thousands Hear About the Abundance of Arizona Agriculture

  For the second time, local celebrity Jan D’Atri hosted Arizona farmers and ranchers on her Saturday afternoon radio show on 550 KFYI.

• Listen in as Arizona Farm Bureau Hangs Out with Jan D’Atri

  Saturday, October 3 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., local celebrity Jan D’Atri and Radio-Newstalk 550 KFYI will feature Arizona Farmers and Ranchers.

• Tomorrow's Winners Girls Program Gets Response

  We tackled some very serious topics last week, especially regarding body image and eating disorders. My thanks to Buckeye Union High School for hosting this event, and to this student who took the time to write me to share her feelings.

• SanTan Apple Festival

  Save the date — November 7. If you think Arizona doesn’t have a “real” autumn, be prepared to change your mind. The San Tan Apple Festival has all things apple — and a classic car cruise-in if gorgeous cars are the apple of your eye.

• Something Good For Breakfast

  My friend, Kristen, sent me a great recipe. I thought I’d share it with you.

• Demands on Food Banks Increase

  Brian Simpson, Director of Communications for the Association of Arizona Food Banks, says that 1,172,000 Arizonans are living in poverty, facing potential food insecurity.

• The Good Egg Project

  An initiative that aims to educate Americans on modern egg farming. Click on “Meet the Farmers” and say hi to Clint!

• Second Annual Farmer Chef Connection

  Edible Phoenix is doing it again on Monday, September 21. This year’s theme is Celebrating the Abundance of the Valley, Season by Season.

• National Science Teachers' Association (NSTA) Coming to Phoenix

  The science teachers will all be here in November — and they’ll be going home with a little bit of Arizona in their luggage.

• Slow Food USA Launches Time for Lunch

  There is a national campaign to tell Congress to provide America’s children with real food at school. More than 100 Eat-Ins were held on Labor Day to draw attention to the need for real, healthy food for the 30 million children who participate in the National School Lunch Program.

• Roxie's Farmers Market Offers Chance to Experience a Real Farm

  Local vendors are still being sought for the October 24 Roxie’s Farmers Market.

• Scary Farm Fact

  There are so few of us feeding everybody else. Thanks to Rhonda Ross for passing on this statistic.

• Know Him?

  I wanted to share this old farmer’s advice. I’m not sure who the author is — but it’s timeless wisdom.

• Save the Date!

  Shirley “Tot” Long and David Lewis, of Sasha Productions, proudly announce their next play, Mr. Franklin of Philadelphia. Please save a date for the theater! Visit their website at www.sashaproductions.org for more information.

  We hope to see you there!

• PJs and Eggs at TC Eggington's

  Thom and Kathy of TC Eggington’s dropped us a note.

• A Family Favorite Is Back

  Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood was beloved by old and young for decades. Fortunately, highlights of his shows, videos, and games are available at www.pbskids.org/rogers. Share a true American with your kids or grandkids — or just make yourself feel better knowing that it’s a “beautiful day in the neighborhood.”

• UPDATE: PJs & Eggs

  When else could you eat breakfast for dinner while wearing your pajamas — and do something for Arizona kids in the AZCA Foster Care Program?

• Heavy Medal Culinary Competition, September 21

  Watch this space for more details about the chef throw-down coming up at the JW Marriott, Desert Ridge.

• Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

  Sign up for this noncompetitive walk on Saturday, November 7, 2009 that will unite communities to honor and celebrate breast cancer survivors, educate women about prevention and early detection, and raise much-needed funding for research and support programs.

• You can still get your Richardson's favorites!

  If Richardson’s fire has left you with an empty filling, here’s where you can go to fill up until they rebuild.

• Chix Pix Restaurants -- Check Out the Tortillas We Found!

  Great food doesn’t have to be trendy or expensive. We found some tortillas in Tucson that are unbelievably good — and good for you, too.

• Phoenix Start! Heart Walk Top Walker Ice Cream Social

  Here’s something really cool to do when it’s so darned hot!

• Liberian Refugees Find Farming Opportunity in Valley

  At last, here is a bit of inspiration during what everybody else is calling a “recession.” The Golo family is creating a new life for themselves, thanks to hard work.

• Find Your Favorite Farmer on Fill Your Plate

  Want to support your local farmers at the farmers’ markets, but don’t know where they are? Here’s the answer!

• *FOOD, INC.*

  Sunday, July 26 Phoenix Slow Food and Edible Phoenix sponsored a special showing of Food, Inc., the movie at the Camelview Theater followed by a panel discussion. Here’s what you may have missed.

• UPDATE: July 26 -- We Cooked for Some Really Good Eggs at the Ronald McDonald House

  We went to Tucson to the “house that love built” — the Ronald McDonald House — to make breakfast for some very special friends. It was a wonderful experience — one that you can participate in.

• Incredible (but not Edible) Egg Chair!

  Although the debate about “which came first, the chicken or the egg?” may never be resolved, our amazing new Egg Chair is a real conversation piece.

• Pancakes and Eggs Delivered!

  David Darnell of Big D’s Flippin’ Cakes is both a media star, and a voice for locally produced products. Check out his wonderful mobile catering truck, for breakfast that’s really “on the go.”

• Here's a real Arizonan...

  Dwayne Justice, cattle and citrus farmer.

• Keeping Chicks Safe

  Breakfast for Dinner at Starpoint in Estrella.

• Hickman's Family Farms & Friends

  Las Vegas’ Three Square Food Bank and Hickman’s

• Chix Pix -- Udder Delights

  You really will scream for this ice cream!

• Mark your calendar now for August 14!

  Breakfast for dinner? It’s as easy as eggs, especially when somebody else is cooking. Treat yourself on August 14.

• UPDATE: "Keeping Chicks Safe" Breakfast for Dinner

  Self-defense for women, breakfast for dinner, and Hickman’s eggs — it was a great night at the Starpointe Residents Club.

• UPDATE: Sonoran Living (ABC15), Tuesday, June 9!

  Sharman Hickman and mom, Gertie Hickman, appeared on Sonoran Living. Watch the blog for more highlights.

• You Don't Have to Shell Out for Good Eggs

  We all want to feed our families the best food we can find. However, you don’t have to break the bank when it comes to eggs.

• Twilight Farmers Market

  Here’s something to do that is fun, educational, healthy, and kid and pet friendly.

• IRC Update

  IRC Phoenix at Work – April & May 2009 Update

• Serious Talk About Eating Right This Summer

  It’s no secret that summer brings stress to the food budget. Eggs can be your best friend.

• More about the Women in Agriculture Conference!

  It’s still not too late to sign up. And what could be better than farming women in the cool country in July?

• "Pork on a Fork Recipe" testers

  No matter what the contest results may be, it would seem we have a winner!

• Something for the kids in your life.

  Barbara Ruhs recommends something wonderful for your kids that you can find at the grocery store.

• Mother's Day Memorabilia Wanted

  Did you have some special moments on Mother’s Day that you captured in photos? We’d love to post them!

• Happy Mother's Day!

  Sending best wishes to moms everywhere.

• 2009 Women in Agriculture Conference

  Don’t miss out on a chance to get a lot of really hot information in the cool pine country!

• Make Mother's Day Brunch Eggs-ceptional

  It’s almost Mother’s Day. Do you know where your oven mitts are?

• Here's the beef!

  Julie Murphree sent us a heads up.

• Chickens...

  

• Got eggs? You've got dinner.

  Keeping the kids fed when they’re home for the summer can challenge any budget. Eggs can make the difference.

• Play Games to Help Kids

  Playing games is REALLY good for kids.

• Happy Easter to all of our Greek friends!

  Every holiday is more special with Hickman’s eggs.

• Golfing Gospelchix

  We enjoyed taking a swing at childhood illness!

• Hatching News From the American Egg Board

  Easter eggs were on a roll at the White House.

• Hard Cooked Eggs in Meat Loaf?

  It’s a simple idea, but it’s wonderful.

• Eggs-tradinary Exhibit

  The work of egg artist Fran Hunold will be on display at the Cave Creek Museum through the end of May.

• Arizona Farm Bureau Contest

  Are you creative and a County Farm Bureau Member?

• 12 Secret Uses for Eggs

  Beliefnet.com reveals the 12 secret uses for eggs!

• Farmers Feeding Arizona's Families in Need

  In Arizona, 290,000 eggs will be donated by Hickman’s Family Farms to food banks.

• National Start! Walking Day 4/8/09

  Funky Chicken will help area residents make tracks.

• From Wendi

  An idea for Father’s Day — Arizona Highways

• Maintain Optimal Blood Sugar Levels

  Whether or not you are diabetic, these are great suggestions from registered dietician Barbara Ruhs.

• Real Fun, Real Food, Real Eggs

  Put down that chocolate and celebrate the Easter holiday!
  

  
  
  

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• Got eggs? Yuma does!

  2,250 dozen (27,000) eggs will make the Easter holiday a happier one.

• Eggs on a Stick

  Registered Dietitian Barbara Ruhs dropped me a note about Eggs on a Stick. I explained how we do them.

• Take a 30 minute walk with me!

  Come down on heart disease with both feet.

• Perfect Hard-Boiled Hickman's Eggs

  Sharman reveals her favorite method to hard-boil Hickman’s eggs. Because they’re so fresh, you’ll want to know her secret.

• Beware of this recipe!

  Beware of this recipe!

• Tour Bashas' With a Dietician

  Who better to tell you great ways to shop at Bashas’ than a registered dietician?

• About My Blog...

  We’re always interested in what you’re doing, and hearing how Hickman’s eggs are a part of your life. Come back often to see what’s new.

• Vote for One of Ours!

  Superstition Farms has been nominated in three categories by readers of the Arizona Republic.