AZ Crop Guide: What’s in Season for Your Nutrition

Because Phoenix, AZ doesn’t experience harsh winters, it’s easy to find an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the year. Fall, in particular, is a special season for produce in the area.

Arizona-Grown Fruits and Vegetables to Eat This Fall

Here are some of the most nutritious fruits and vegetables available at your local grocery stores and farmers’ markets this fall:

• Arugula. Arugula belongs to the brassica family of vegetables, along with cauliflower, broccoli, and cabbage. These veggies are high in fiber, antioxidants, and glucosinolates that may reduce the risk of developing lung, breast, prostate, and pancreatic cancer.
• Beets. These …read more