President Obama Touts Veggies At White House Kids’ Event

Gary Cooper July 11, 2013 Alabama, Citrus, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

This week at the White House, the President and First Lady talked about the role of vegetables in healthy eating, and how and why they feel veggies have gained in popularity in recent years. In this report from Cindy Zimmerman, President Obama’s favorite vegetable is also revealed.
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