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27 Apr 2019
Yerba Buena Production Guide
Yerba Buena, is a creeping flat perennial that can spread to 3’ but is easily held to 1’. Yerba Buena is found in woods near coast and coast ranges from Los Angeles to British Columbia. Prefers shade and moisture. Its leaves are used for a refreshing tea. A good ground cover without being aggressive, easy
25 Apr 2019
Dragon Fruit Production Guide
A native plant from Central and South America, dragon fruit (Hylocereussp) or “pitaya” is gaining its popularity in the Philippine market. The plant is adapted to tropical or arid climates with rainfall of 30-40 inch and any kind of soil with organic matter. The fruits with red or pink, leathery skin are eaten by spooning
23 Apr 2019
Cauliflower Production Guide
Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea L. var botrytis) is another popular crucifer grown mainly in cooler areas. It is steamed, stir fried, or pickled. Broccoli and cauliflowers grow well in mid- and high- elevation areas like in Benguet, Ilocos Sur, and Bukidnon throughout the year. These crops can be planted in most soils but clay loam to
18 Apr 2019
Milky Mushroom Production Guide
Milky Mushroom (Calocybe indica) is an edible mushroom having a white fruit bodies, which resembles to a milk like in color. Considered as vegetable, and it is now known that mushrooms presently rank above all vegetable and legumes (except soybean) in protein content and have significant levels vitamins, fibers, minerals , amino acids and are
16 Apr 2019
Oyster Mushroom Production Guide
Oyster mushroom (Pleurotus spp.) is an edible mushroom having a cap, which resembles an oyster shell. Considered as vegetable, and it is now known that mushrooms presently rank above all vegetable and legumes (except soybean) in protein content and have significant levels of B and C vitamins, minerals and are low in fat. GRAIN SPAWN