Fun fact! New Jersey leads the nation in the acres of eggplant harvested. In 2019, the state harvested 849 acres.
New Jersey leads the nation in the acres of eggplant harvested. In 2019, the state harvested 849 acres. It is followed by California, Florida, and Georgia with 705, 685, and 624 acres harvested, respectively.
Source: https://www.agmrc.org/commodities-products/vegetables/eggplants
Hard to compete with horseradish
January 10th 2025Fun fact! Horseradish can be difficult to eradicate once it’s established. This is because the smallest piece of root can grow a new plant. Additionally, the plant spreads by underground shoots that out-compete most other plants which means horseradish can become invasive if not maintained.