All posts by rhall

Straight Facts About Neonics

The problem A relatively new class of pesticides, neonicotinoids (neonics for short), has been implicated in the decline of bees and other pollinators. The questions Are these chemicals used in the production of seed for …

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Meet Matt Linder

The Man Behind the Broccoli Matt Linder has managed the sales and development of Sakata broccoli for over 25 years.  This produce vet has a wealth of knowledge that expands far beyond Sakata's …

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Passionate about Pumpkins!

With all the shapes, textures and colors of pumpkins available, pumpkin enthusiasts are finding it easier than ever to find the right pumpkin for any occasion, whether it be decorating, carving, eating …

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Let’s Talk Eastern Peppers

Q&A with Jim Stewart and Cory Dombrowski Q. The three new peppers for the East are named Gridiron, Blitz, and Touchdown – What’s the significance of these names? Jim: Our Eastern peppers have football-themed …

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Pollinators in the City

How to do your part to increase pollination! By now, we've all heard the news: pollinators are in trouble.  The White House has established a Pollinator Health Task Force to intergrate the needs of …

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Show The DIY Consumer Some Love!

Emerging "Do-it-Yourself" trends and how to adjust your sales approach accordingly! Let’s hear it for the Do-It-Yourself types! There have always been shoppers that enjoy home improvement projects, but in the coming years …

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Sakata Broccoli for a Heart Healthy America

The American Heart Association has deemed February American Heart Month.  As a continued supporter of the American Heart Association, we are doing our part to promote a heart-healthy America. Cardiovascular disease is the …

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Mastering Umami Flavor

The complex flavor profile of the Sakata specialty tomato program Umami /uːˈmɑːmi/ - a savory taste, is one of the five basic tastes (together with sweet, sour, bitter and salty). What is Umami? The term, ‘umami,’ was first coined …

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