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USagricultureUK

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Follow for news & updates about American foods & farming. Promoting agricultural trade between US & UK.

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🚨 LAUNCH DAY 🚨 The Savor The States recipe book has launched TODAY! 🎉 You can download the book FREE here. 👉 savorthestates.org Do not miss out on this opportunity to make and taste some amazing recipes and drinks from around the world. 😍

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@USagricultureUK

You have to check out

Recipe Matchmaker. Tell it what kind of blueberries you have - fresh, frozen, dried, canned - and what other ingredients you have on hand. Like magic, it delivers the perfect recipe! Try it! blueberry.org/recipe-matchma

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@USagricultureUK

Grapes from California are cultivated, picked, packed, and transported with the greatest care to ensure the berries you enjoy arrive in just-picked condition: plump, juicy, and perfect. For more information follow

and visit: grapesfromcalifornia.com #GrapesfromCA

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@USagricultureUK

There are amazing innovation and sustainability practices across #Oregon. A new winemaking space

in the Willamette Valley is an adaptive reuse project focused on workplace health, safety, and environmental stewardship.

@oregonwineboard

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@USagricultureUK

Every partner along the value chain takes grain #quality very seriously. This process is overseen by

and ensures U.S. grain customers only receive the best.

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@USagricultureUK

Regenerative agriculture has long been a part of Native American farms and ranches.

is trying to better understand the economic impact of this #sustainable practice. You can help! Learn more here: indianag.org/post/seeking-p #regenerativeag

@EnvDefenseFund

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@USagricultureUK

Today is National Dark Chocolate Day! DYK? Dark chocolate was originally consumed by indigenous populations of Central and South America. In its purer form, chocolate is a rich source of antioxidants. A good reason to eat chocolate for your health!

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@USagricultureUK

Researchers found students eating 56g of walnuts/day were protected against the negative impacts of stress and had improved sleep. More info: mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/2 #DoMoreWithWalnuts

@Nutrients_MDPI

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@USagricultureUK

We love this! You can only take 1 top commodity from the state of #Washington on a desert island. Which one would you choose? Let us know in the comments below!

@Washington_Appl

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@USagricultureUK

New research has found visible light spectrum bands can be filtered separately to generate solar power (blue lightwaves) and to grow fruits and vegetables (red lightwaves), maximizing the use of farmland! More info: modernfarmer.com/2023/01/solar-

@UCD_Environment

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@USagricultureUK

A big shoutout to beans and pulses this #veganuary! They are rich in protein, fiber, and key nutrients like iron, potassium, and folic acid. Follow

@drybeancouncil

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for more information and for recipe inspiration, check out: theflexitarian.co.uk/course/beans-a

@TheFlexitarian

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@USagricultureUK

Did you know that January is also 'Ginuary'? Gin's subtle flavor comes from the juniper berry and this must-have spirit is the foundation of many classic cocktails. Nearly 10 million 9-liter cases of gin generate $1 billion in annual revenue for U.S. distillers.

@DistilledSpirit

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@USagricultureUK

Did you know you could get paid to eat cheese? A company is paying 'dairy dreamers' $1000 to sample a variety of cheeses before bed. Make ours

! You have to read it to believe it: foodandwine.com/get-paid-to-ea

@USDairyExporter

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@USagricultureUK

Looking for something flavorful and fun for dinner? Try this Dried Cranberry Arroz Con Pollo from

! Recipe here: uscranberries.com/recipe/dried-c

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@USagricultureUK

In 2022, Delaware’s Dept. of Ag. announced their state farmers markets hit a sales record of $3.7 million! Farmers markets bring communities together, provide access to fresh produce, and help us all eat healthier #community#healthyeating

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@USagricultureUK

The most well-known U.S. grown tart (sour) cherry is Montmorency, and 75% of the U.S. crop is harvested in #Michigan. Harvested in the summer, yet available year-round in multiple forms: dried, frozen, canned, juice and juice concentrate.

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@USagricultureUK

researchers have developed four cotton lines from cultivated cotton varieties that are naturally fire resistant. Read more here: youtu.be/aNjVDkzPbgs

@COTTONUSAglobal

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@USagricultureUK

Farming always has its challenges, and growing California strawberries is no different. However, many

@CAStrawberries

farmers say they can’t imagine doing anything else. Watch Jesus Alvarado's story here: youtube.com/watch?v=iV9MTe #8aday

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@USagricultureUK

Fresh produce in winter? Aquaponics, a blend of #aquaculture and #hydroponics, allows crops to grow year-round, without soil, regardless of the climate or season. It’s one of the fastest growing segments of ag! More here: usda.gov/media/blog/202

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@USagricultureUK

Forests are dynamic ecosystems & species composition will shift over time. The U.S. federal government conducts regular forest inventories to ensure rapid volume growth of nearly all commercial U.S. hardwoods. #sustainability

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@USagricultureUK

DYK? Fresh fruits & vegetables have been the top selling category of organic food since the industry started retailing products. Retail sales of organic fruits & vegetables were an estimated $20 billion in 2020! #organic

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@USagricultureUK

Happy #LunarNewYear! We're celebrating with Five-Flavored Long-Life Noodles, a favorite recipe from our Savor the States cookbook. Download the book from our website, or find the recipe here: americanpistachios.org/recipes-and-sn

@PistachioPower

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@USagricultureUK

Exciting news ahead of the #LunarNewYear!

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Millions of Asian Americans will be celebrating the Lunar New Year, which starts on January 22 this year. California, home to the largest Asian American population in the United States, has made the #LunarNewYear an official holiday for the first time. bit.ly/3GIZ51a

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DYK? Pears contain flavonoids which have been shown to help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Pears also contain copper which aids in learning and memory function in the brain. #HealthyEating

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@USagricultureUK

90% of #California’s 7,600 almond farms are family farms, many owned & operated by 3rd & 4th generation farmers who live on the land and plan to pass it down to their children & grandchildren. Watch here! youtu.be/nx3ycAFcxlM

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Our job post is still open a few more days. Have you checked it out yet? #job #hiring #agriculture

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Do you have a passion for promoting agriculture and trade? We're hiring for an Agricultural Specialist to join our dynamic local team in London. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found here: erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacanc #hiring #job #agriculture

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@USagricultureUK

DYK? A whole ecosystem lives beneath your feet!

researchers have discovered that certain fungi can strengthen this hidden environment and therefore sustain the plants that grow above it. Read more about it here: news.ncsu.edu/2023/01/fungi-

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@USagricultureUK

January is Wild Alaska Seafood Month! Alaska Seafood is part of a healthy eating plan as it provides omega-3s, protein, and a number of essential vitamins and minerals. Follow

@AlaskaSeafoodUK

all month for healthy tips and mouth-watering recipes! #AskForAlaska #TheAlaskaWay

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@USagricultureUK

It's soup season. You can eat healthy all week long with these delicious soups. Surprise! They use walnuts instead of cream: walnuts.org/blog/culinary-

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@USagricultureUK

DYK? Trees use CO2 to produce wood. Buildings made from wood continue to store carbon for as long as they exist. The energy stored in 10k cubic feet of wood is enough to light 100 homes for 9 years!

#sustainability #GreenBuilding

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@USagricultureUK

Listen to 3 American farmers talk about the strict standards they use to grow #organic rice and why #USgrown is your best bet: thericestuffpodcast.com/episode/60-far

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A study shows that eating peanuts and peanut butter could improve cognitive function and reduce stress in healthy young adults. Read more here: peanut-institute.com/research-libra

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Foreign Ag Service

Jason Hafemeister,

Acting Dep Under Secretary for Trade, speaks on ‘The Future of Sustainable Trade' panel at the

Conference. He’s also engaging with British farm leaders, policymakers, scientists & others at the 🇬🇧's main ag event of the year. #OFC23

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Dimitri Houtart

@DimitriHoutart

Strong & controversial start at the #OFC23 with Jason from the USDA setting the US stand clearly: increase yields while impacting less and this will be done using new ways & tech … and it is very important that trade deals do not discriminate against these techs.

Oxford Farming Conference

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@USagricultureUK

Do you have a passion for promoting agriculture and trade? We're hiring for an Agricultural Specialist to join our dynamic local team in London. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found here: erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacanc #hiring #job #agriculture

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After all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season (and probably a few too many cookies), we're craving a veg or two - and preferably something that's easy to make! California boasts year-round produce that shines in this Winter Stir Fry with Beef. californiagrown.org/recipes/beef-s

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@USagricultureUK

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎆 We hope that 2023 brings you all happiness and goodwill. A special thank you goes out to all the U.S. farmers gearing up for another year! We appreciate you all. 🤎

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@USagricultureUK

Ever heard of Tom Yum Fried Rice? You have now! Thanks to

👏 Find out what it is and how to make it here. 👇 Trust us, you won't regret it!

@usariceintheuk

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@USagricultureUK

Need some energy after the holidays? Don't we all! 😂 Make these tasty California Prune Energy Bars from

. Trust us, you will feel brand new! Find the recipe here. 👇 californiaprunes.org/recipe/homemad

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@USagricultureUK

69 million U.S. households have a pet dog, compared to 45.3 million with a cat. 3.5 million #American households own a horse, and 2.9 million own a saltwater fish. That takes some feeding! 😬 lemonade.com/pet/explained/ #GrownintheUSA

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