Vegetable prices sky-high in Bengal’s retail markets ahead of Diwali

Vegetable prices sky-high in Bengal’s retail markets ahead of Diwali

Kolkata: Vegetable prices in the retail markets of West Bengal, especially those in the state capital of Kolkata, have skyrocketed on the last Sunday before the forthcoming festivities of Kali Puja and Diwali next week. It is apprehended that the prices of vegetables will escalate further next week for two reasons: the first being heavy … Read more

Ahead of festive season, vegetable prices soar in Kolkata retail markets

Ahead of festive season, vegetable prices soar in Kolkata retail markets

Kolkata: The flood situation in West Bengal has pushed vegetable prices in the retail markets in Kolkata to skyrocket just before the forthcoming prolonged festive season in the state, starting with Durga Puja in the second week of next month. The worst affected is the price of green chilli, a must ingredient for any staple … Read more

You’ve been making your autumn stews wrong – 4 mistakes to avoid doing

You’ve been making your autumn stews wrong – 4 mistakes to avoid doing

After a lacklustre summer, many look forward to the comfort and cosy feelings of autumn. This season is celebrated for its heartwarming flavours, from the sweet smell of pumpkin spice to the hearty warmth of stews. Google searches for “minted lamb stew”, “simple chicken stew recipe” and “hearty beef stew” have all increased by more … Read more

One vegetable can help ‘clean fatty liver’ and ‘promote weight loss’

One vegetable can help ‘clean fatty liver’ and ‘promote weight loss’

If you’re on a mission to boost your health, one humble vegetable could be the secret weapon in your arsenal. TikTok user @naturalmedicinehealth has revealed that this root veg can “clean your fatty liver” and assist with weight loss in just “ten days”. The mystery vegetable? It’s none other than beetroot. As per WebMD: “Packed … Read more

Quebec farmers say they’re facing a cutworm infestation like they’ve never seen

Quebec farmers say they’re facing a cutworm infestation like they’ve never seen

An unusual infestation of cutworms is wreaking havoc in fields in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Témiscamingue, in northwestern Quebec, has been especially affected by the damage caused by cutworms — caterpillars that can destroy canola, potato and grain crops in a matter of days. Cutworms are found every year in small quantities in market gardens. But producers are … Read more

Even gardens have a carbon footprint. Here’s how to reduce the climate impact of urban farming

Even gardens have a carbon footprint. Here’s how to reduce the climate impact of urban farming

Urban gardening might seem fairly innocuous when it comes to its overall carbon footprint, but when compared to conventional agriculture, a study released earlier this year would suggest otherwise.  The study, published in January in the science journal Nature, found the carbon footprint of food from urban agriculture is six times greater than conventional agriculture. But there are … Read more

Gardener shares 3 easiest vegetables to grow for beginners: ‘have endless supplies’

Gardener shares 3 easiest vegetables to grow for beginners: ‘have endless supplies’

Lettuce She said lettuce seeds are very cheap and will give you an abundance of the leafy vegetable. They grow well in pots, and they can be grown in the sunlight or the shade.  “Lettuce is very cheap, very easy and very quick to grow,” Kia said.  Don’t miss… Chillies That one may be surprising, … Read more

Asparagus will last a week longer using Martha Stewart’s ‘herb storage method’

Asparagus will last a week longer using Martha Stewart’s ‘herb storage method’

Asparagus is often hailed as a favourite spring vegetable, but it doesn’t always last long in the fridge. Thankfully, Martha Stewart has a helpful “herb storage method” that she uses on asparagus to keep them fresh for days more. Before bringing the asparagus home from the store or farmers’ market, opt for the freshest bunch … Read more