Fun fact! Dates are typically left on the palm until completely ripe. That means they are already slightly dry prior to harvest. This is done to prolong shelf life, and the fruits are still considered fresh.
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Dates are typically left on the palm until completely ripe. That means they are already slightly dry prior to harvest. This is done to prolong shelf life, and the fruits are still considered fresh.
Source: Dates. Agricultural Marketing Research Center. January 2023. Accessed February 1, 2024. https://www.agmrc.org/commodities-products/fruits/dates
Hard to compete with horseradish
January 10th 2025Fun fact! Horseradish can be difficult to eradicate once it’s established. This is because the smallest piece of root can grow a new plant. Additionally, the plant spreads by underground shoots that out-compete most other plants which means horseradish can become invasive if not maintained.