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Kale: Red & Green

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Kale: Red & Green

FACTS – Anti-inflammatory, low calories, antioxidants, low carb, Vitamin K C A, Calcium, Potassium, Lutein. Kale is a vital vegetable that is rich in nutrients, health benefits and delicious flavor. Per calorie, Kale has more iron than beef, more calcium than milk, 10% more Vitamin C than spinach. Kale is good for the eyes, skin […]

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Beets

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Beets

FACTS – highly nutritious and “cardiovascular health” friendly root vegetable. The antioxidants found in this root and the top-greens have found to offer protection against coronary artery disease and strokes, and lowers the cholesterol levels within the body, and has anti-aging effects. Its nutritional benefits come from fiber, vitamins, minerals and unique plant derived anti-oxidants. […]

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Zucchini : Yellow and Green

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Zucchini : Yellow and Green

FACTS – Zucchini contain Lutein and Vitamin C, good for the eyes and help ward off cardiovascular problems, zucchini has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce and eliminate asthma attacks, high in phosphorus, magnesium that promotes strong bones, teeth and capillary networks, reduces your risk of colon cancer and multiple sclerosis, can lower cholesterol and […]

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Pickling Cucumbers

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Pickling Cucumbers

Pickling Cucumbers- are crispy, fresh, and delicious and have all the raw nutrients intact. They can be used in a variety of ways and can even be eaten in the raw form. One can simply pickle some cucumbers for later use, or consume during the winter months or in the off season. Pickling Cucumbers can […]

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Cucumbers

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Cucumbers

FACTS – Cucumbers contain most of the vitamins you need every day, just one cucumber contains Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc. Benefits, relieves joint pain (arthritis/gout), reduces cholesterol, aids in weightloss, promotes digestion, prevents headaches, fights cancer, rehydrates and […]

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Our Famous Sweet Corn

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Our Famous Sweet Corn

Treat yourself to our delicious sweet corn, picked fresh daily. A superior bicolour corn that is extremely sweet and very tender. Pesticide-free and absolutely non-GMO!!! You won’t be satisfied with just one serving. One of the best corns you’ll ever have the pleasure of sinking your teeth into!!!

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Carrots

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Carrots

FACTS – 200% of Vitamin A (from Beta Carotene) can be found in one carrot, regular consumption improves the skin, hair, nails and eyes, and is rich in carotenoids which regulates blood sugar.

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Green Onions

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Green Onions

FACTS – Green Onions add flavor to your dishes, though green onions are milder, so even so that they are used raw. They won’t over power the taste of your dish. Green Onions are also loaded with nutrients that your body needs, as they make a healthy addition to your diet. Green Onions are low […]

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Onions : Four Varieties

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Onions : Four Varieties

FACTS: Onions come in an arrangement of colors, shapes and flavors such as scallions and shallots, cooking onions, red and white onions. Onions can be baked, boiled, fried, grilled, roasted, sautéed or even eaten raw. They pair well with apples, parsley, pepper, thyme and tomatoes.

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Tomatoes : Grape and Cherry

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Tomatoes : Grape and Cherry

TOMATOES – Tomatoes are acidic, making them especially easy to preserve in home canning whole, in pieces, as tomato sauce or paste. They are a key ingredient in pizza, and are commonly used in pasta sauces. They are also used in gazpacho. While it is botanically a fruit, it is considered a vegetable for culinary […]

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