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FOOD COLOUR WHEEL

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What colours will you eat today?

How Strawberries Are Planted, Grown, Picked and Packed Before Being Sent To The Supermarket

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How Strawberries Are Planted, Grown, Picked and Packed Before Being Sent To The Supermarket Strawberry picking on the Sunshine Coast at Gowinta Farm. Here’s a snap shot of what goes on during picking… Continue reading

HOW TO MAKE STRAWBERRY JAM

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HOW TO MAKE STRAWBERRY JAM This is a great recipe post by Matthew Evans of SBS Food on how to make your own strawberry jam. Easy as 1, 2, 3…

Strawberries

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Surely one of the highlights for any gardener is eating berries you have grown and nurtured yourself. Here at Farmer’s Friend, we say that not only do they taste sweeter when they’re home-grown,… Continue reading

Growing cucumbers

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Although cucumbers have a climbing habit, most varieties are better grown along the ground, particularly in areas with warm to hot summers like subtropical Queensland. When on the ground, the fruit is less… Continue reading

How to dehydrate mango

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Check out this link: How to dehydrate mango <—————– Dried mango is a delicious treat that also has several health benefits. It is a source of dietary fiber (promotes bowel movement), it is rich… Continue reading

Mango – the King of Fruits

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Mangos are usually 2 to 9 inches long and may be kidney shaped, ovate or (rarely) round. They range in weight from 8 ounces to around 24 ounces. Their leathery skin is waxy and smooth. Native… Continue reading

Na Na

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Na Na

Banana & Walnut Loaf

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Banana & Walnut Loaf This homely and wholesome cake is also light and moist, with the natural sweetness of sticky bananas and the warm toastiness of nuts

Lifestyle Home: Gardening Ideas

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Click the link: Lifestyle Home: Gardening Ideas