Retailers suspend business with Mich. fruit grower Oct 31, 2009
More Valley farmers turn to blueberries. Their roots are shallow, they are finicky about their soil, and extreme temperatures can ruin a crop -- but blueberries can bring sweet rewards for San Joaquin Valley growers who master the art of growing them ... The company has eight full-time employees and hires about 350 seasonal workers each year to harvest and process the blueberries grown on its 640 acres. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
105 Foods You Should Eat Every Day - Part II» Oct 31, 2009
One benefit of consuming dark berries such as blueberries, cranberries, blackberries, and raspberries is that they keep your body clean by eliminating toxins and pollutants ... For one, dark berries lower bad cholesterol and they are more cardio-protective than wine so eat your heart out, and your heart will thank you later. (Fox News)
Haunted Happenings Oct 31, 2009
Halloween at SushiSamba Dromo: Terror-ific tunes provided by resident DJ with scarily sweet specials like the Chocolate Grave with crme brulee foam and Bloody Berries dessert and the Kobocha Temperado cocktail; 6 p.m. Friday; SushiSamba Dromo, 600 Lincoln Rd., South Beach. 305-673-5337 or. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Growing and Cooking Fresh Curry Lea... Oct 31, 2009
Small white flowers followed by black berries are best picked off to help the tree put its energy into growing larger and producing more leaves. Once the tree is well established, with plenty of leaves, you can tip prune regularly to keep the tree compact and bushy. (Suite101.com)
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Becky wrote on Oct 30, 2009 2:26 PM:" "Better than any argument is to rise at dawn and pick dew-wet red berries in a cup. " Wendell Berry ". (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Children's Cooking Party Oct 31, 2009
Have children add sugar to berries, and set them aside to macerate ... Children can spoon ice cream and berries onto one half of the biscuit and then top with the other biscuit half for a yummy ice cream sandwich. (Suite101.com)
Labor violations found on 5 area farms (1307) Oct 31, 2009
The company, which grows and packs blueberries, was fined another $1,300 for breaking labor laws by having children under the age of 12 picking crops, he said ... Jawor Brothers Blueberries in Muskegon County was also fined $1,300 for having children under the age of 12 picking crops, the department reported ... nelson nagle wrote on Oct 29, 2009 9:17 PM:" look at this from the other side of the picture.migrants are furnished free housing. everybody knows when you give a person something free,... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Tricks and treats Oct 30, 2009
Other pies included apple and custard, figs and berries, an apple torte and apple. They were all terrific and we applaud the entrants, whose names were not revealed to the judges, Mayor Ken Brown, restaurateur Sondra Bernstein and myself. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
A cool and refreshing twist for summer meals Oct 30, 2009
It didn't take long for creative cooks to realize that blueberries, which are native to North America, are an excellent ingredient in cold, refreshing fruit soups. Blueberries also pack a powerful punch of good nutrition in a one-cup serving ... When shopping for blueberries, look for fresh berries that are firm, dry, plump and smooth-skinned. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
• Wild Observations: End of summer thoughts Oct 29, 2009
Just the berries alone present an overwhelming number of choices for edible harvest. The salmonberries ripen first, followed soon by blueberries, red and blue huckleberries, cloudberries, crowberries, bunchberries, thimbleberries, watermelon berries, currents, juniper berries and finally in fall the high, low and bog cranberries, to mention a few ... So much for the blueberry wine again this year, but I'll be glad I had time to pick enough berries for jam on my muffin some cold, snowy morning. (Juneau Empire)
Diet And Intestinal Bacteria Linked To Healthier Immune Systems Oct 29, 2009
Some foods, such as wheat bran, chick peas, dried fruits (apricots, peaches, figs and dates) and berries (raspberries and blackberries) have particularly high levels of insoluble fibre. CSIRO produces a useful fact sheet. (Science Daily)
Some foods require extra care Oct 27, 2009
But other healthy fare also made the list, such as strawberries, tomatoes, sprouts and even potatoes ... Berries, including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and other berry products, rounded out the list with the parasite cyclospora to blame for intestinal symptoms ranging from severe diarrhea to dehydration and cramps, Resolved only through antibiotics, these foodborne illnesses require a trip to the doctor, the report said. (Florida Today)
Family cookbook yields delicious recipes Oct 27, 2009
I have also added some berries to the slice of cake. Angel Food CakeRecipe submitted by Mrs. Lola Young, Almena, Kan. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Letter: Tutti Frutti, a fruit and vegetable poem Oct 27, 2009
I mean, you re the berries. Lettuce be happy and have a peas-ful life. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Cranberries - Wisconsin’s Largest Fruit Crop (19) Oct 27, 2009
Cranberries - Wisconsin s Largest Fruit Crop Agri-View: Capitol News ... Cranberries - Wisconsin s Largest Fruit Crop ... Before cranberries were farmed commercially, they grew wild in the wetlands of central and northern Wisconsin. (Agri-View, WI)
Apple Upside-Down Cake Recipe Oct 25, 2009
Some of the breakfast menu offerings are scones, breakfast pizza topped with eggs and bacon and thick nine grain pancakes served with either maple syrup and butter, berries or yogurt. A variety of succulent dishes such Roast Leg of Lamb with Pesto, Braised Rabbit with White Wine and an Osso Buco made with venison are llisted on the dinner menu. (Suite101.com)
STRAWBERRY FREEZER JAM (2) Oct 25, 2009
2 quarts fresh strawberries ... Wash and mash the berries, measuring out enough mashed berries to make 4 cups. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Home (tour) for the holidays Oct 24, 2009
The area was decorated in red berries, stones, flowers and butterflies. JENNIFER STOCKINGER may be reached at jennifer. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Eisenberg: Is it too late to plant shrubs, trees? Oct 24, 2009
Q. I d like to plant some shrubs that hold their berries for fall and winter interest ... A. There are many shrubs and trees whose berries last through late fall and into winter, adding color to the dull, brown and dreary landscape ... Some of the berries will get eaten, as they do provide food for birds and wildlife. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Things to Do: Scenic Drives Oct 24, 2009
of very ripe fresh black berries there a week ago. They have a neat corn maze in the fall. (Clayton Tribune, GA)
One-tank trip: Ellijay Oct 23, 2009
The berries guests pick could be a part of their next meal. Lucas and Adams also welcome visitors into their art studios. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Norwegian stew helps her connect to daughter Oct 22, 2009
There's the potato-based flatbread, lefse, which can be wrapped around a Norwegian sausage or used as a foundation for tender beef stew; there's rekker, shrimp fresh-caught in the spring and summer from the fjords around Oslo, steamed in the shell then peeled and deposited open-faced on bread spread with butter or a mayonnaise-style dressing; and, of course, there's the wild Norwegian salmon, smoked and served aside steamed vegetables and boiled potatoes with berries of all kinds for dessert.... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Green Space: Know poison ivy, so you can avoid it Oct 22, 2009
Berries white, run in fright. The old adage still stands. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Toast of the Coast: Makoto's on a roll with new sushi bar Oct 22, 2009
The menu includes half-moon petite ravioli, a salad of arugula, endive and raddicchio topped with gorgonzola, wild mushroom risotto topped with fresh pan-seared scallops, wild Alaskan king salmon or filet mignon and zabaglione served with fresh wild berries for dessert. Price is $45 per person. (Florida Today)
Acton police logs: Oct. 15 edition Oct 21, 2009
Police found it was not rabid and just eating berries. At 12:06 p.m. public safety personnel responded to a motor vehicle crash with no injuries on Main Street. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Yuma Foodie utilizes once despised ingredient Oct 21, 2009
Nothing fancy, no berries, no swirl of something to make the buttermilk taste; I didn t know but I just couldn't imagine this tasting good ... Eat it chilled and don t add berries or swirl. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Kokua Line: Learn the fundamentals before flying with fruit Oct 21, 2009
where there were so many really fresh summer fruit that we don't grow here in Hawaii, like peaches and berries ... Basically, you can bring back most fresh fruits apples, peaches, California oranges, berries, etc ... where there were so many really fresh summer fruit that we don't grow here in Hawaii, like peaches and berries. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
New grape pest worries Valley growers Oct 21, 2009
The moth is considered a destructive pest because the larvae feed on grape bunches, ruining the berries and contributing to mold problems ... "Anytime you have a potential pest that can feed on berries, it is a concern for all of us," said Barry Bedwell, president of the California Grape and Tree Fruit League. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Nonprofit group provides place for traditional hunting in Northwest Oct 21, 2009
So far, camp volunteers have harvested trout, seal and berries. Next year, they will start harvesting sheefish and caribou as well. (Juneau Empire)
Verjik Abramian-Martin creates special thank you note cards Oct 21, 2009
Vegetable designs include eggplants, radishes, and a split red pepper; fruits include luscious apples, berries, a bowl of cherries, and pears. Add thoughtful lines and the recipients will be thrilled with your note. (Boston Globe)
Joan Endyke: Take stock of these flu-fighting foods Oct 21, 2009
Try warming up frozen berries in the microwave and topping with vanilla yogurt ... Aim for at least one good source daily of: fresh orange, grapefruit or equivalent juices, colorful peppers, strawberries, broccoli, kale, cauliflower, greens, Brussels sprouts, papaya, cabbage, spinach, kiwi, snow peas, cantaloupe, tomatoes, zucchini, raspberries, asparagus, celery, pineapple or watermelon. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
New Method To Help Keep Fruit, Vegetables And Flowers Fresh Oct 21, 2009
13, 2005) Peaches, plums, apricots, cherries, berries and melons in various sizes, shapes and colors: The summer heat may be scorching, but the produce of the season can make it worthwhile. Summer's many and. (Science Daily)
Grain Noble ConfidenCiel Sweet Wine... Oct 21, 2009
As a result, a low percentage of merely withered (fl;tri) grapes, as opposed to grains r tis or botrytized berries, may be used in our Grain Noble wines ... The techniques used to make late harvest wines may only infrequently involve (probably only partially) botrytized berries, more frequently berries left on the vine to over-ripen until partially or completely withered. (Suite101.com)
Lose Weight By Eating More? Oct 19, 2009
For most of the year, my breakfast had consisted of a 1/4 cup of oatmeal, prepared with skim milk and salt and eaten with about 1/8 cup raw almonds and seasonal fruit (mango in winter, strawberries in spring, peaches and berries in summer, etc. . (Epicurious.com)
Couple's love beats HIV Oct 19, 2009
After watching a pink sunset and eating fresh berries, Robby turned to Danielle and said, I have something to tell you ... Robby prepared an abundant fruit salad with fresh berries, mango and papaya. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Can Black Elderberry Extract Preven... Oct 17, 2009
These give way to small berries in the summer which ripen in autumn ... Elderberries are particularly rich in antioxidants in the form of flavonoids, especially anthocyanins ... They also determined that flavonoids in elderberries may boost the immune system by enhancing production of cytokines, which are a part of a necessary and healthy immune response. (Suite101.com)
Wildlife: Birds return to Lincoln Oct 17, 2009
On my own walks on the trails I have indeed seen numerous feeder birds such as black-capped chickadees and tufted titmice feeding on berries, blue jays feeding on acorns, and white-breasted nuthatches scouting for insects beneath tree bark ... One birder wrote, This morning a male black-throated blue warbler was madly yanking berries off a buckthorn, such that the very branch was shaking wildly and the whole bush set a trembling ... The warblers have transformed their insectivorous diet to... (Lincoln Journal, MA)
ConsumerMan: Free samples? Just say no Oct 16, 2009
Despite all the marketing hype, Acai berries have nothing to do with losing weight. According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest, no studies have looked at these products and theres no good reason to think that the berry might help. (MSNBC -- Business)
Raymonda's countdown to 30 years Oct 16, 2009
1 12-ounce package frozen raspberries, or fresh ... Add pineapple and raspberries to cooled gelatin ... Add 2 quarts sieved berries with 1 cup additional sugar. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Donnellson man has spent decades grocery shopping outdoors Oct 16, 2009
In addition to the foods mentioned earlier, Krebill said those attending the program sampled water lotus nuts and searched for edible autumn olive berries. Some autumn olive berries will wrinkle your lips. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Bears are back in Reedsport, looking for food Oct 16, 2009
Black bears primarily eat berries, bugs and fruit. But bears do nibble on small animals, grass and even tree cones. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Surviving breast cancer takes a village, too Oct 16, 2009
They had block parties at the Mount Gilboa estate, and neighbors would bring bushels of berries harvested from a raspberry patch there. Later, there were parties down at the reservoir, Easter egg hunts a few doors down, and a tradition of bringing dishes of food after a neighbor gave birth. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Blueberries add flavorful flair to salads Oct 16, 2009
Seasonal fruit, such as blueberries, popped into a salad give a refreshing note of sweetness and color, plus you're adding extra vitamins and minerals ... Between November and March, excellent quality blueberries come from South America; in the summer, blueberries are grown all over North America ... Blueberries are the ultimate in convenience since they never need to be peeled, cored, sliced or stemmed; just rinse and toss into your salads. (South County Chronicle, VA)
UNO(R) is 'Fall of Surprises' With New Television Ad Campaign Starring Cranberries and Pumpkins to Spotlight Limited-Time-Only Menu Oct 16, 2009
"Fall means cooler weather and comfort food. We've focused on flavor in a memorable way with an array of new seasonal dishes such as boneless beef short ribs with fresh pappardelle, Kabocha pumpkin soup and pumpkin tiramisu. We also feature items with a high regard for nutrition, like our all-natural, five-grain crust harvest vegetable flatbread pizza and a power salad with sliced chicken breast, spinach, and a 'power mix' of goji berries, Thompson raisins, soy nuts, almonds, pepitas and Ocean... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Market brings delicious goods to Kanawha Oct 15, 2009
Lee Halfpop of Lee's Berries and Orchard had sacks of several varieties of apples for sale on this day. Sweet 16, Red Max and Red Delicious varieties are popular, he said. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Sustainable cranberry efforts gain momentum (4) Oct 15, 2009
World Photo by Nate Traylor Coquille Indian Tribe organic cranberries await transport to a farm in Corvallis for distribution to markets. The tribe expects to harvest 100,000 pounds of berries this fall ... World Photo by Nate Traylor The Coquille Indian Tribe is harvesting an estimated 100,000 pounds of organic cranberries on its reservation near Charleston. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Harvest Time at a Cranberry Farm Oct 14, 2009
Local farmers, in cooperation with a major commercial processor, get fresh cranberries from farm to market each autumn in a $1 ... Cranberries grow best where there are cold winters and plenty of rainfall in the summer ... The vines flower in June, and new berries develop all summer. (Suite101.com)
Recession Home Cooking: Freeze Fres... Oct 14, 2009
According to Young, "People need just 2.5 cups total per day of fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables, not counting leafy greens such as lettuce (for which the requirement is a modest cup). Still, with unemployment high, and a lot of people watching their pocketbooks, how can one balance the need for fruit and vegetables with a tight household budget? Buy fresh produce, and freeze some for later. It works for fruit, and for , too. The savings involved in squirling away fruit in the home freezer... (Suite101.com)
Fall in style at Yonkers track Oct 14, 2009
They now grow nearly 40 varieties of apples, as well as peaches, pears, plums, cherries, strawberries and other berries ... They now grow nearly 40 varieties of apples, as well as peaches, pears, plums, cherries, strawberries and other berries. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Food safety when dining out Oct 14, 2009
They include leafy greens, eggs, tuna, oysters, potatoes, cheese, ice cream, tomatoes, sprouts and berries. Raw oysters are no surprise says Cody, there are already warnings on restaurant menus alerting diners raw shellfish poses a health risk. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Tap your inner adventurer in the Evergreen State Oct 14, 2009
An array of seasonal berries are favorites for many visitors. And several of the communities along the Puget Sound and the ocean cater to the seafood-lovers. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Snow increases human-bear conflicts (2) Oct 13, 2009
Its limiting some food sources and eliminating other ones, like berries, he said. We expect bear activity with this kind of weather to last into mid-November and maybe later, he added. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Enjoy Thanksgiving Foods Year-Round Oct 13, 2009
(CBS) It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes and cranberries ... Cranberries: A staple of the Thanksgiving table, Wilson said these pucker-inducing berries are surprisingly versatile, brightening both savory and sweet dishes ... Their high content of pectin (a naturally occurring thickening agent) makes cranberries particularly well suited for sauce. (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
Hawaiian women offer intriguing collection Oct 12, 2009
Since ancient times, offerings have come in many forms, from gold, cattle and prayer to, as Tamara Laulani Wong-Morrison writes in "Proper Offerings to Pele," " 'ohelo berries / Red bulbs complete with an offering chant." Wong-Morrison's poem is just one offering presented in "Ho'okupu: An Offering of Literature by Native Hawaiian Women," a new anthology of contemporary works by 18 Hawaiian women. Editors Miyoko Sugano and Jackie Pualani Johnson, both University of Hawai'i-Hilo professors,... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fall hunting prospects in Southwest Pennsylvania promising Oct 11, 2009
In Land Management Group 3, (Indiana and Cambria), hunting potential as uniformly "good." Soft mast including fruits and berries, "all yielded bumper crops from mid to late summer," and white and red oaks "appear to be having an average year at best.". Finally, the Land Management Group 4 report (Fayette and Somerset) describes rabbits as "abundant," and prospects for squirrels and turkeys as "excellent." Deer "numbers are still down from where they once were, but many nice bucks have been... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Shucking, cupping, tasting abound Oct 11, 2009
The foods of Tasmania - grass-fed beef, cheeses, berries and other fruits, and leatherwood honey and chocolate - will be showcased, along with Australian wines. ALISON ARNETT. (Boston Globe)
The food metamorphosis Oct 11, 2009
Some let you add bread and berries; others let you skip the vegetables altogether and sign up for separate shares of eggs, chicken, beef or farmstead cheeses. And a few Northwest farms, taking their cue from other parts of the country, are establishing urban buying clubs, where city folks pool their orders and arrange for delivery. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
"Down South" Delights on a Shoestring Oct 11, 2009
Blackberries: The blackberry is the largest of the wild berries ... Blackberries are widely cultivated in the United States and are available, depending on the region, from May through August ... Look for plump, deep-colored berries sans hull. (CBS News)
Ministers diet to please Sarkozy Oct 10, 2009
Most spectacular is the transformation of Brice Hortefeux, the interior minister and lifelong Sarkozy friend, who was reported this week to be on a draconian diet of soup, low-fat yoghurt and red berries. But he is not alone in watching his waistline, according to Jean-Michel Cohen, a star nutritionist who says he counts several ministers among VIP clients at his diet clinic in the Paris suburbs. (India Times, India)
Resveratrol: A Natural Cure for Swi... Oct 10, 2009
Resveratrol is an antioxidant found in nuts, grape skins and some berries ... Resveratrol is also found in peanuts, blueberries, and cranberries. (Suite101.com)
Battle Allergies With Food Oct 9, 2009
Local Honey, Berries Can Fight Itching, Sneezing ... Ogden said that berries, apples, leafy vegetables, bananas, tofu, legumes and walnuts turn off inflammation and start healing ... He said that each time people have berries, they turn off the allergic response. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Adding veggies, fruits to recipes boosts nutrition Oct 9, 2009
Favorites such as melons, berries, tomatoes, squash and corn become widely available and less expensive, and they taste great ... Cut back on the amount of cereal you use by adding sliced bananas, strawberries or blueberries. (Carroll County Times, MD)
MARSHFIELD COMMENTARY: Summers finale Oct 9, 2009
The white pines, with their sharply defined branches, stand tall above this panorama of divine artistry like a melody playing in the background against the blue October sky, while this medieval tapestry is being woven, throwing shadows on the leaves, showing a fabled harvest of berries to be gathered by the sunset. One white pine stands alone like a stepchild dressed in Merlin s hat, adopted by a rogue vine. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Things to Do: Scenic Drives Oct 9, 2009
of very ripe fresh black berries there a week ago. They have a neat corn maze in the fall. (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Dining Out: Let's do Brunch Oct 8, 2009
and the buttermilk pancakes with berries and cream. There's a bar too for your mimosa or Mary. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
