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Pesticide levels exceed limits in Japanese strawberries and Chilean cherries
On the 15th, the Food and Drug Administration announced a list of 6 border inspection failures, among them a Canadian-imported energy bar, "POWER CRUNCH Whey Protein Crisp Lemon Meringue Pie Flavor," which was found to have excessive sweetener; 69.12 kg was intercepted at the border and destroyed.
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New strawberry variety Tainung No. 1, first choice for desserts, with rich aroma and striking deep-red fruit color
Taiwan's total annual strawberry harvest area is about 500 hectares or more, with Dahu Township in Miaoli County having the largest planted area, while Guoxing Township in Nantou County and some areas in other counties and cities also cultivate them. However, limited by Taiwan's hot and humid summer climate, the production period is mostly concentrated in winter and spring. For decades, the strawberry production areas have used
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How to Grow Strawberries at Home? A Detailed Guide to Container Growing
Strawberries are a fruit that many people love, but growing them yourself is a tremendously difficult task. Why? Because if you want strawberries to produce good fruit, you must first start with selecting high-quality seedlings. You need to know how to tell whether a seedling is healthy, and you also need to know what quality to choose, and so on. The following article will help beginners understand. First, strawberry seedlings
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Does the strawberry bear chrysanthemum bloom in all four seasons, and how should it be pruned?
The strawberry bear chrysanthemum symbolizes beauty and warmth, conveying a love of life and hope for the future. As to whether the strawberry bear chrysanthemum blooms in all four seasons, judging from its growth habits, it usually has a fairly long blooming period under suitable environmental conditions. But strictly speaking, calling it a four-season bloomer is not accurate.
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Can bell peppers be eaten raw? A full analysis of their benefits, effects, and nutritional value
Bell peppers, as the name suggests, are best known for their most striking feature: their brilliant colors. Common bell pepper colors include red, yellow, orange, and green, and these vivid hues give them extremely high recognizability. The shape of bell peppers is usually lantern-like or oblong. The size of the fruit varies by variety, but they generally have a plump, round appearance, whether
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Feasibility and Drawbacks of Planting Multiple Phalaenopsis Orchids Together
In the process of caring for Phalaenopsis orchids, many flower enthusiasts may consider planting multiple Phalaenopsis orchids together in the hope of creating a more lush and colorful ornamental effect. However, is this practice really advisable? Theoretically speaking, Phalaenopsis orchids can be planted together in multiple plants. In actual practice, some merchants or flower enthusiasts, in order to increase
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How to Make Garlic Water for Phalaenopsis and Its Drawbacks
Phalaenopsis - how to care for this beautiful orchid is a challenge many flower lovers face. Today, we will share a simple and practical care tip - watering Phalaenopsis with garlic and clean water - and take a deeper look at its pros and cons. Garlic, a common seasoning in daily life, contains allicin, which has strong
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What are the reasons and drawbacks of post-bloom Phalaenopsis orchids being difficult to care for?
In the process of growing Phalaenopsis orchids, when the blooming period ends, caring for the post-bloom plants gives many people a headache. These plants are not only quite difficult to care for, but also come with many potential problems. A deeper understanding of the reasons helps us better meet the care challenges and understand the possible negative effects of post-bloom plants. Pha
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Recommended strawberry varieties that taste the best, are the sweetest, and are easy to grow
Friends who want to grow strawberries, come take a look! Choosing the right variety really makes growing them twice as easy. Below is a detailed rundown of the characteristics and growing tips for several popular strawberry varieties. Benihoppe strawberry: Benihoppe strawberries can easily reach 15% sweetness, and the berries are plump and round, bright red and especially tempting. One bite gives you a mix of sweet and tart, with strawberry aroma
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Why do strawberry fruits grown on a balcony stay small?
When growing strawberries on a balcony, small fruits are the result of many factors working together, and here is a detailed explanation. 1. Excessive nitrogen fertilizer: if a large amount of nitrogen fertilizer is applied during the strawberry seedling stage, it will promote excessive growth of stems and leaves while inhibiting the absorption of elements such as potassium and calcium, ultimately making it difficult for the fruits to swell. It is recommended to control nitrogen during the seedling stage.
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