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The Path to the Plate program is an unbiased examination of agriculture, the food we eat, and the connection to our health. It delivers correct, research-based information via a variety of methods. Our goal is to educate consumers so they can make informed decisions when it comes to agriculture and their health.
Recent Articles
Texas Peaches: Ultimate summertime favorite all year long
Peaches are widely grown and loved in Texas. There are an estimated one million peach trees planted in Texas, with many commercial orchards, but many more backyard trees. Peaches thrive in Texas climates, although late spring frosts can be a challenge. Choosing an appropriate site for planting peaches is an important decision for growers, as…
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Mighty Proteins: Poultry
Did you know that poultry is more than just chickens? There are different types of poultry raised in Texas including turkeys, geese, ducks, guineas, peafowl, pigeons, quail, and chickens. All of these different types of poultry are raised in Texas, which makes poultry vital to the Texas economy. In Texas, broiler chickens and turkeys are…
Watermelon: The taste of summertime
Watermelons are a Texas favorite throughout the summer months and can be an easy crop to grow in most areas of the state. They are a vining crop that requires a lot of space. For this reason, they are not well suited to small gardens and should be grown only in lot-size gardens in urban…
Cole Crops: Cabbage
We have all undoubtedly enjoyed cole slaw at a barbeque or sauerkraut with our favorite German dinners, but when was the last time you gave cabbage a close look? Cabbage is an inexpensive, versatile, tasty and easy to grow vegetable you can enjoy practically year-round. Cabbage is a cole crop and cool season vegetable that…
Heart Smart Foods: Blackberries
Blackberries are a fruit suited for Texas landscapes. Not only are blackberries a southern staple for our favorite summertime desserts, but blackberries are also easy to grow in Texas gardens because they tolerate the hot summer months and bear fruit throughout the spring and early summer. Some new varieties may even bear fruit in the…
Almonds: Small package, big nutritional punch
Almonds are a great source of protein and are an easy way to incorporate healthy fats into your diet! While almonds don’t grow well in Texas, they thrive in the growing conditions of California. California is the leading almond producer in the world, and almonds are the second most valuable commodity for the state after…
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