Most root vegetables are available all year round, but they tend to be best picked and bought when the weather is cold.. Look for firm, unblemished specimens – root vegetables are often wrinkled ...

Microplastics released into the environment by car tyres have the potential to accumulate in lettuce and other plants we eat. This is according to a laboratory study that underlines the ...

The research identifies optimal growing media that support healthy root systems and vigorous transplants ... Enhancing Freeze Tolerance of Field-grown Lettuce with Salicylic Acid, Ascorbic ...

A group of boys is growing and harvesting lettuce in the school’s hydroponic garden. The initiative showcases this innovative approach to gardening and how STEM and agriculture go hand in hand.