Cranpup's Bog Blog

What a growing cranberry looks like right now.

This is what cranberries look like today.

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The number of children diagnosed with "ADD/ADHD" & drugged in 1985: 500,000 The number of children diagnosed with "ADD/ADHD" & drugged today: approximately 6 million Find out more

Here is a great website: MadeHow.com On it, there is an area that tells all about how cranberries are made. I don't think it is completely up to date, but it is great data none the less. CLICK HERE to read all about cranberries. Also have fun searching for how other things are made too!

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Oregon Cranberry Facts: Oregon produces approximately 500,000 barrels of cranberries a year. A barrel is equal to 100 lbs.

Did you know that: Cranberries are shown to promote urinary tract health and have the ability to both treat and prevent urinary tract infections.

HERE is an amazing recipe for Cranberry Linguine Florentine. YUM!

Did you know that: an ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain.

And here we are zoomed in a little closer. The stage that the cranberries are in right how is called, "hook". That little pink hook will turn into a flower, and then into a cranberry.

Here is what cranberries look like right now. Where's the cranberry? We'll get in there a little closer tomorrow and I'll show you.

• From 1992 - 2003, the abuse of psychotropic drugs grew at twice the rate of marijuana abuse; five times that of cocaine abuse; & 60 times that of heroin abuse. Find out more.

Did you know that: The longest recorded flight of a chicken is thirteen seconds.

Cranberry Spinach Salad with Warm Honey Dijon Bacon Dressing This is one of my FAVORITE recipes from the Ocean Spray Test Kitchen. At this link, you can also find more absolutely wonderful recipes that use cranberries.

Farm Facts: Did you know... A duck's quack doesn't echo, and no one knows why.

Ever wonder what a cranberry looks like BEFORE it's a full grown cranberry? Well... if you're curious, then go to the CranCam and find out what cranberries look like THIS week.

Have you seen the new Ocean Spray ads, "Straight From The Bog"? If not, check them out HERE. Most of them are cute.

Cranberries are Springing Up in Recipes Year-Round Fall favorites aside, this berry is bursting with possibilities LAKEVILLE-MIDDLEBORO, Mass., May 9 /PRNewswire/ -- If you've only been enjoying the natural goodness of the cranberry during your Thanksgiving feast, you've been missing out on the wholesome, tangy flavor and health benefits this fruit offers year-round. Rejuvenate your recipe collection by adding the vibrant color and sweet, tangy taste of the cranberry and wow Mom or Dad on their special day -- or your family every day -- with easy meals that deliver big flavor. No matter what the season, cranberries pair well with just about anything. From sweet to savory, their versatile flavor adds a new dimension to almost every dish. Although fresh cranberries are only available during the fall months, that great cranberry flavor comes in many forms and can be enjoyed year-round in the form of juice, sweetened dried cranberries and sauce. Pick your favorite and let ...

This is a yummy one! Click HERE for the recipe!

Regulating Every Drop of Water Doesn’t Make Sense By Bob Stallman President, American Farm Bureau American farmers and ranchers have a good track record of taking care of the land and water through conservation, including wetlands protection and restoration. That’s why Farm Bureau is closely watching and awaiting a decision currently before the U.S. Supreme Court that could alter the Clean Water Act as we know it. (More)

Since the June 2005 Supreme Court ruling in the case of Kelo v. The City of New London, Conn., the subject of eminent domain has been pushed to the frontlines for farmers, property owners and anyone else who ever hopes to own property one day. The Kelo decision is a subject that EVERYONE needs to know about, as it affects you, whether you know it or not. This is something that everyone needs to take a stand on, fight, and do something about. You can learn more about the Kelo decision HERE .

Did you know: Turtles can breathe through their butts. Butterflies taste with their feet.

In addition to cranberries, our farm has somewhere between 200 and 300 rhododendrons. This is one of them. Her name is Ruby Bowman. She is absolutely beautiful, isn't she?!

Do you have questions about cranberries? Many people do. The American Cranberry has a Frequently Asked Questions page that answers the most common questions asked about cranberries. Check it out!

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Did you know that cranberries... --- are a nutrition powerhouse. They are packed with many vitamins, minerals, and are an extremely high in antioxidants. --- have the highest levels of antioxidants among common fruits. --- may be beneficial in preventing the beginning stages of cancer and in slowing tumor development. --- have compounds that are toxic to a variety of cancer tumor cell lines, including lung, cervical, prostate, breast and leukemia cancer cells. --- are shown to promote urinary tract health and have the ability to both treat and prevent urinary tract infections. --- may help prevent stomach ulcers. --- help promote healthy teeth and gums. --- lower cholesterol. They lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and raise HDL (good) cholesterol. --- may help promote a healthy heart. --- can help prevent the formation of kidney stones. --- can help aid in the recovery of a stroke.

This is a great website that everyone should see! It is "Children & Adults Against Drugging America". They have an amazing statistics page that you should look at. Check this out: 20% of recently approved prescription drugs have serious, life threatening side effects.