Turnips, with their rich history and enduring popularity, boast a fascinating array of unbelievable facts. The following top 5 unbelievable facts about turnips shed light on the diverse and remarkable qualities of this humble yet versatile vegetable. • The smaller the bulb of a turnip, the sweeter it will taste. • Turnips »
Spinach has a long history that dates back to ancient times. It is believed to have originated in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) and was later introduced to China before making its way to Europe in the 12th century. China now grows around 26 million tons of spinach per year – that’ »
Here are four key tips for growing spinach: Choose the Right Location: Select a planting location that receives partial shade, especially in warmer climates, to prevent the spinach from bolting (going to seed) too quickly. Spinach prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Proper Spacing: When sowing »
We know cucumbers are almost entirely water – but did you know spinach is also mostly water? Raw spinach is 91% water, which is just 5% less than cucumbers! Here are some more amazing facts about spinach: • In the medieval days, artists used to extract green pigment from spinach to use »
The history of chili peppers is pretty fascinating. If traced back in history indigenous people like Aztecs and Incas are even found to cultivate chilies. Originating in the Americas, specifically in regions like Mexico, Central America and South America, chili peppers belong to a historic timeline which dates back a »
As the popularity of the use of chili surplus the national borders, its demand is huge. One intending to go for chili cultivation will for sure get the benefits of the supply and demand chain. It is a profitable business for sure. Chili growing can be very intimidating, especially for »
In the colorful tapestry of nature, where flavors dance, Chili emerges a vibrant tale, a fiery romance. Not akin to a fruit, nor a vegetable's kin, Chili stands alone, in a spicy spin. The spicy flavor is an inevitable component of food, especially in Asian cuisine more specifically South Asia. »
The cashew nut is widely known as the Caju badam. Its scientific name is Anacardium occidentale. Like its wide popularity, the fruit holds a fascinating history and origin. Caju is local to Brazil and was later introduced to the Indian subcontinent by Portuguese merchants and explorers. Tropical parts of the »
In the topical region cashew farming is indeed a successful one. Due to its wide popularity and use in multi-cuisine ‘caju badam’ or nuts are always ahead in the list. As nuts farming is not a very common practice in our society a beginner might find some difficulties while starting »
Without a doubt, nuts are on the favorite list of healthy foods. Not only a source of plant protein but it is also known for containing heart-healthy fats. Among different types of nuts, the boxing glove-shaped one is pretty much famous. We are talking about the Cashew nuts. Having a »
Sugarcane cultivation dates back over 4,000 years. It was first domesticated in New Guinea, and its cultivation spread to other parts of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is believed that Alexander the Great encountered sugarcane during his conquest of India in the 4th century BCE. He is »
