…the destructive and invasive Asian longhorned beetle along with other sap beetles that are pests of sweet corn, tomatoes, strawberries and other fruit and vegetable crops. Source: Agricultural Research Service…
Celebrating National Oatmeal Day
…low in fat, low in calories, and a good source of iron and fiber. Some favorite oatmeal toppings include brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon, peaches, blueberries, strawberries, bananas, nuts, and granola….
The California Kitchen: Autumn Strawberry Mousse
…1.5 C Heavy Cream 3 C Strawberries (Pureed) Autumn Strawberry Mousse For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on…
Foods with Anti-Inflammatory Benefits
…such as spinach, kale, and collards Nuts, like almost and walnuts Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, tuna, and sardines And plenty of fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and oranges. I’m…
USDA Launches Trade Mitigation Programs
…$48,100 Strawberries $1,500 Sweet Corn $2,400 Walnuts $34,600 Total $1,238,800 Agricultural Trade Promotion Program Applicants may now submit proposals for the FAS $200 million ATP Program. FAS will accept applications…
Agri View: Genetically, What is a Fruit?
Have you thought of the tomato as a fruit? What about strawberries, watermelon, or grapes you eat as vegetables? Everett Griner talks about how genetically, these are considered as fruit,…
First 2017 Crop Report has Little Lingering Drought Effects
…that really help stabilize the economy here.” The five most valuable crops for the area were leaf lettuce, strawberries, head lettuce, broccoli, and nursery. Those crops account for more than…
Foods to Grow on a Balcony
…or 20 square feet. These plants will do best in such compact settings and provide healthy, organic food in return. Such as Blueberries and Strawberries. They’ll do great in small…
Celebrating National Strawberry Parfait Day
…local farmer’s market, you’ll want to have plenty of fresh strawberries on hand today. June 25th is National Strawberry Parfait Day. Parfait is French for perfect. The traditional parfait is…
Agri View: Strawberry Consumption
…that a large volume of strawberries comes to the United States imported from Mexico. Based on current population the average person ate 4 pounds of strawberries last year. One other…
Frozen Produce Just as Nutritious as Fresh
…the samples or storing them in standard industry conditions. Strawberries, blueberries, broccoli, carrots, corn, green beans, peas, and spinach were all used in the research. The study found that “overall,…
Celebrating National Fruit and Vegetable Month
…it’s a great time to visit your local farmer’s market. Some of the produce to buy this month include: watermelon, strawberries. cantaloupe, cherries, blueberries, peaches and apricots. I’m Cathy Isom……
Celebrating National Strawberries and Cream Day
…fresh strawberries and whipped cream. You could also make your own whipped cream. Strawberries are the perfect, refreshing, light snack on a beautiful warm day! Strawberries are a very healthy…
Strawberry Crops Rebound After Freeze Damage
…this time of year,” said Manzanita Berry Farms General Manager Dave Peck. “Strawberries get a little more boost in vigor from cold weather and it could be that freeze gave…