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BBB: Gift-giving ideas to avoid return, exchange hassles

BY MATTHEW FEHLING, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN

Returns and exchanges have become as common during the holiday season as Santa and his sleigh.Contrary to popular belief, the experience does not have to be a hassle if you and your gift giver are prepared before going back to the store.Most... Full story

3 big DIY investor mistakes

BY TOM RUSH, INDEPENDENT INVESTOR

It's quite common to come across people who think they know how to manage their investments. And, the fact is, some people do a very good job of it.But experience shows that competent do-it-yourself investors are in a minority compared to the masses... Full story

Crop of the Week: Green Beans

By KURT NOLTE, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN

• Although acreage devoted to green bean production is limited in the Yuma area, the crop thrives on the sandy clay soils commonly found in the desert Southwest. • Green beans originated in Peru and spread to South and Central America by... Full story

NAMEDROPPER 10-11

Brenda Howell Melanie Pearson Brenda Howell and Melanie Pearson are new insurance agents with the Farm Bureau Financial Services office at 350 W. 16th St., Suite 108. Howell previously was a home mortgage consultant Prior to joining Farm Bureau,... Full story

Crop of the Week: Sesbania

BY KURT NOLTE, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN

• In Yuma, sesbania is grown as a cover crop or green manure during the summer months. Vegetable growers can achieve increased yields, pest suppression and reduced soil erosion and nutrient leaching by growing such a crop prior to planting... Full story

Consolidate retirement assets with a rollover IRA

THOMAS M. RUSH, INDEPENDENT INVESTOR

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that Americans change jobs about 10 times between the ages of 18 and 42.If job changers had an employer-sponsored retirement account at just half of those positions, it would represent a significant... Full story

Crop of the Week: Figs

BY KURT NOLTE, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN

• Figs are a relatively minor crop in Yuma County with less than 10 total acres. • This ancient fruit belongs to the genus ficus and is found in a family of plants that includes the mulberry. Today, there are many varieties of the fig.... Full story

Namedropper 9-20

Warren KeithWarren Keith, district manager for Farmers Group in Yuma, has achieved the company's highest honor with his selection to the Presidents Council. He was one of only 148 selected for the honor. Council selections are based on outstanding... Full story

Crop of the Week: Red Okra

BY KURT NOLTE, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN

• In Yuma County, okra is grown primarily as a seed crop. This year there are about 100 acres of okra currently being grown for seed. • Six to seven inches long, torpedo-shaped red or burgundy-colored okra pods are tender and with a taste... Full story

Crop of the Week: Lemon Cucumber

BY KURT NOLTE, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN

• Lemon cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are an heirloom cucumber variety dating back to 1894. They are pale to bright yellow, shaped like lemons. • The lemon cucumber can also go by two other names. The "Joy of Cooking" calls this cucumber an... Full story

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