From April through December, Delaware produces a bountiful amount of fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, cut flowers, and evergreens. Our seasonality offers distinct flavors, colors, and variety that appeal to all. As a consumer, you want the best for yourself and your family. Knowing that the fresh produce you purchased has had the minimum amount […]

Don’t be intimated; leeks are a wonderful alternative to onions and easier to clean and cut than you think. Follow these five steps for the perfect leek experience. Chop off the base (roots) Chop off the flag (green leaves) Cut the remaining leek in half lengthwise Cut half-moon sections Place in a bowl of water […]

Cooking can feel overwhelming when you first start but don’t give up. Here are a few tips that can make the experience enjoyable. 1. Prep your cooking area. (This will help you stay on task) 2. Read the recipe through once before cooking. 3. Don’t crowd the pan. (Too much of any food on the […]

Strawberries are always best from a local U-Pick or Farmers’ Market and we have a few tips to help you select perfection! Choose strawberries that are firm, plump, bright red, with a natural shine and a fresh-looking green stem. Strawberries should always be refrigerated and kept dry until just before serving. With green stems still […]

Ever wonder how to properly store produce? Or maybe you’re tired of your fresh fruits and vegetables going bad before you have the chance to eat them. We are here to help with our produce storage tips.         COUNTERTOP Melons        7 to 10 days Peaches        1 […]

There are 25 Delaware family farms growing potatoes – red, yellow, and white, along with some specialty potatoes. No matter whether you buy your potatoes from the grocery store, on-farm market, or at a farmers’ market, there are a few tips you need to know to keep your spud from turning into a dud.

Until it came into favor a few years ago, kale probably was not something you thought of eating. Your only interaction might have been the pretty green garnish the chef put on your plate. Due to all the health crazes, kale has become one of today’s most popular green vegetables. Consumers can purchase kale at […]

Move over chicken nuggets because there is another finger food in town! Asparagus. Sitting politely in the very formal etiquette school that the Delaware FFA State Officers attend, I had my fork in my left hand and my knife in my right cutting my asparagus into bite size pieces. When I was done, I found […]