Seedless cucumbers are a different pickle

Seedless pickling cucumbers show up on more acreage now than they did 10 years ago, but there’s a learning curve plus economic considerations. by Ben Phillips, Michigan State University Extension Seedless pickling cucumbers have been slowly making their way into commercial machine-harvested fields over the last decade. Currently, they make up about 12 percent of […]

Pucker up and eat right with a new fermented food joint on Buffalo’s West Side

By Scott Scanlon   –   The Buffalo News Pickles made with tomato juice or India Pale Ale. Dilled beans and pickled peanuts. A “probiotic cracker” formed with flaxseed, almonds and dehydrated brine. These are some of the things that have flowed through the mind of RJ Marvin in recent weeks – and in the case […]

Poor farmers’ sweet pepper is productive

by Zac Sarian   –   Manila Bulletin We visited the open house at the Allied Botanical Corporation’s experimental farm three days before it opened. We wanted to be the first to see what’s new in high-value vegetables and other crops. We were not disappointed. We were particularly impressed by Clarabel, the new sweet pepper which […]

Poor farmers’ sweet pepperis productive

by Zac Sarian   –   Manila Bulletin We visited the open house at the Allied Botanical Corporation’s experimental farm three days before it opened. We wanted to be the first to see what’s new in high-value vegetables and other crops. We were not disappointed. We were particularly impressed by Clarabel, the new sweet pepper which […]

Some Like It Hot! Smartfood Debuts Ultimate Popcorn Flavor For Spice Lovers

All-New Spicy Jalapeño Ranch Flavor Heats Up Snack Time Nationwide As the demand for spicy snacks grows, America’s favorite ready-to-eat popcorn brand has answered the call with the launch of Smartfood Spicy Jalapeño Ranch Popcorn. The all-new popcorn flavor combines the spice from jalapenos with a cool and creamy finish for an unforgettable taste. With […]