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Market Report

March 7, 2010

Yesterday morning, one of my drivers came up to me and said he was at a fast food place and there was a sign saying that due to the

Industry issues surrounding Tomatoes, they were temporarily suspending their use on all their meals. Another one chipped in that he was at a sandwich place near his house and there was a sign there that tomato slices were an additional charge on every sandwich.

 

Unfortunately, Tomato Prices continue to rise more...

 
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What am I?

I am originally from the Middle East and Central Asia. I have been cultivated there for thousands of years. I am a member of the Umbelliferae family (you may have heard of my cousin Hemlock, I know Socrates has.) I am a biennial plant and have hundreds of varieties ranging in height, thickness and color. more...

Last week's answer
Water Chestnut

 
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What is the hottest chili pepper?

Red Savina Habanero is believed to be the hottest chili pepper. This pepper originated in 1994 in the U.S.A. This pepper is twice as hot as your average orange habanero and 65 times hotter than the hottest jalapeno chile pepper.

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