Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Pawpaw: The "Poor Mans Banana"

pawpaw-fruits
Never heard of a pawpaw tree? Pawpaw fruit is a delicious treat that grows wild throughout Kentucky, but many consumers are not familiar with the pawpaw. Pawpaws are rich in nutrition and flavor, and could very well be the next "superfood", but are not heavily commercialized. Commercialization of the pawpaw fruit is underway thanks to efforts through KSU, Purdue, Ohio State, and other entities. If you are interested in learning more, click on the link below to read an article about pawpaw harvesting, handling, marketing, and more!

NCAT: Pawpaw-A “Tropical” Fruit for Temperate Climates 

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