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“According to the CDC, Hispanics have the longest life expectancy, but based on this poll we are at a tipping point in Hispanic health with risks on the horizon from drinking sugary sodas, not eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day, and lack of access to health care,“ said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health. Hispanics (7%) and non-Hispanic blacks (8%) are significantly less likely than non-Hispanic whites (18%) to report eating 5 or more servings of fruits and vegetables on average each day. …

The blueberry harvest this year will exceed 100 million pounds, making it the second largest blueberry harvest in Maine’s history. …

Tickets are on sale for the 36th annual Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame banquet on Feb. 10, which will honor four inductees who have made invaluable contributions to Florida agriculture. …

Florette, the salad brand, has kicked off a campaign to promote its baby kale leaf "superfood", taking advantage of the traditional January health kick. …

A new pear cultivar called “Gem” has been released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Oregon State University, Michigan State University, and Clemson University. …