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Natural Delights™ Hosts Medjool Date Festival in Yuma, Ariz. on Nov. 15BARD VALLEY, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Ever wondered why Medjool dates are considered the "Fruit of Kings?" Well, now's your chance to learn, first-hand, the history, harvesting practices and fun facts behind the world's oldest, most decadent fruit at the Yuma Medjool Date Festival. Co-organizer and host Natural Delights™ will take over Yuma's Main Street to make way for 15,000 guests, including Yuma residents and date lovers from across the country, who will enjoy Medjool date recipe demonstrations and contests, an art exhibition, presentations from the Bard Valley Medjool Date Growers Association, and tours of the majestic Bard Valley date gardens and Datepac packing facility. Admission is free to the public, and submissions for the Medjool Date Recipe Contest and Youth Art Exhibit are still being accepted. "As the love for Medjool dates grows through trial and culinary exploration, so does this event," said Natural Delights director of marketing Dave Anderson. "Each year, the Bard Valley Date Growers invite the public into their 'home' to experience, first-hand, what it's like to harvest Medjool dates. It's hard not to have a deeper appreciation for the fruit once you see the care and attention given by each grower." Bard Valley Medjool Date Growers Association is responsible for 80% percent of the country's Medjool date crop. Like any great Saturday morning, the Festival will begin with coffee and Medjool date muffins, followed by a day of education and fun, including special appearances from Yuma Mayor Nicholls, Miss Yuma County and Miss Medjool, herself. Festival guests will have many opportunities to compete for prizes, including a $500 grand prize for winning the Medjool Date Recipe Contest. Local elementary school students will compete for a class pizza party with their art submissions and additional money from the festival will go toward a scholarship fund for local colleges. For additional information, visit the Yuma Medjool Date Festival on Facebook or Natural Delights™ Medjool Dates on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram. About Bard Valley Natural Delights™ Medjool Dates Known as the "Fruit of the Kings," caramel-like Natural Delights Medjool Dates are considered the best-tasting, most luscious dates in the world. In addition to being a good source of fiber, they contain no added sugar, are contain antioxidants, and offer important vitamins and minerals including Potassium, Copper, Magnesium, Vitamin B6, Niacin, Calcium, Iron and Vitamin K. The Bard Valley Medjool Date Growers Association (BVMDGA), a consortium of family growers in the southwest, is responsible for over 80 percent of the Medjool dates grown in the United States. Thanks to their efforts, Natural Delights is the top Medjool date brand in the country. For more information, visit www.naturaldelights.com. |
