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Season 18 | Episode 5

Visit a persimmon farm owned by a family that’s been growing this golden fruit for a century. Our health expert unpacks all the nutritional benefits of persimmons. Discover how to cook a perfectly seared skirt steak with an olive tapenade. See why it takes a lot of trial and error to start a small farm in California these days. Tour a chili farm in the Arizona desert.

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Recipes

Try out some of our favorite recipes featuring fresh ingredients grown throughout the Heartland! Join our cooking expert and host on dozens of new culinary adventures in Farm to Fork with Sharon Profis.

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Explore American Agriculture

Harvested Red Bell Peppers in Giant Cardboard Boxes from Season 17 Episode 1

Specialty Crops

California leads the nation in the production of specialty crops. Specialty crops include many fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices, tree nuts, even flowers and nursery plants.

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Harvesting Knowledge

Discover the sometimes-ancient origins of some of our favorite foods – where they came from and how some arrived in North America. Plus, we’ll learn some myths and facts about their benefits.

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Shot of a young farmer walking between beds of herbs on his farm

Working the Land

Interested in a career in agriculture? Meet some of the people who make their living bringing food, fuel, and fiber to the nation and the world. Discover how technology, science, and innovation plays a huge part in many exciting ag careers that you can pursue.

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Off the Shelf

Join Jason Shoultz as he roams grocery store aisles selecting a wide array of fresh products to learn how they’re made and offered to consumers.

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Now in its 18^th Season

Since our very first episode in 2005, America’s Heartland has been proud to share the stories of America’s hardworking, innovative farmers and ranchers.

We’re inspired by one simple idea: help consumers understand what it takes to bring food, fuel, feed, and fiber to the nation and the world.

Lesson Plans and Study Guides for Students and Teachers

Celebrate the diversity and contribution of farmers and ranchers in feeding, clothing, and fueling the world by bringing America’s Heartland into the classroom, whether virtual or in-person.