Juan D. Rivera started learning everything he could about plants, farming, livestock, and ecosystems at a young age. Since then, he’s earned a Master’s degree in wildlife biology (Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México) and a PhD in forestry (North Carolina State University), both with an emphasis on conservation farming and renewable technology. He has worked in planning crops for companies and workshops, as an educational consultant and writer.
Brussels sprouts are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that is a staple on many dinner tables around the world. However, sometimes when we cut into them, we notice a brownish-yellow discoloration on the inside that…
Brussels sprouts are cruciferous vegetables that belong to the Brassica oleracea family, specifically the gemmifera group. Brussels sprouts are also in the same family with broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, and collard greens. They are a…
If you want to grow delicious bell peppers in your garden this year, you may be wondering how large the plants and fruits will grow. That way, you can figure out how many plants you’ll…
Bell peppers are versatile vegetables with a wide range of colors, shapes, and sizes. There are many benefits to panting bell peppers. They are easy to grow, and the fruits are delicious and nutritious. Most…
Bell peppers are a type of vegetable that can be either male or female. In plants, there are two types of cells—the stamen and the pistil. The stamen is the male organ, and the pistil…
Bell peppers are a great way to add flavor and nutrition to your meals, and they’re easy to grow in your garden. To get the best results from your bell peppers, you need to water…
Bell peppers are a great addition to any garden. They are not only pretty plants, but they also produce lots of fruit, making it easier for gardeners to estimate how many peppers each plant can…
Bell peppers are a variety of peppers that come in different colors, including red, orange, yellow, and green. The different colors of bell peppers come from the different types of pigments they contain. Some local…
Bell peppers, also known as sweet peppers, are used as vegetables in many dishes around the world. The bell pepper is named for its tapered-shaped characteristic — bell-like shape. Bell peppers come in many different…