Celtuce

DanThis Land of Ours, Vegetables

…which contain the word “lettuce,” which makes sense, as it is indeed a varietal of lettuce. You might see it advertised as “stem lettuce,” “asparagus lettuce,” or “celery lettuce,” or,…

Purple Produce

DanThis Land of Ours, Vegetables

From potatoes to corn, beets to asparagus, you might be noticing some changes to your favorite vegetables these days – because it’s peak purple produce season. Cathy Isom tells us…

Today is National Ag Day

DanGeneral, This Land of Ours

…“sprout” or “shoot.” Asparagus is a member of the Lily family. Asparagus is related to onions, leeks, and garlic. One of the most popular varieties of green asparagus is named…

Leap Year and Ag

DanFeatures, General, This Land of Ours

…more than 7,000 varieties of apples grown in the world. Green Greek Goddess The name asparagus comes from the Greek language and means “sprout” or “shoot.” Asparagus is a member…