Okra holds a special place in the hearts of many Louisianans. For some, it’s an essential ingredient in gumbo, and for others, it’s a must-grow crop in the summer vegetable garden. It’s no wonder why ...

Time-lapse of planting an okra from a seed to harvest-able pods. The okra seed was sowed under potting mix soil in a 10-inch ...

California farmers, unrivaled in crop diversity, famously cultivate some 400 agricultural commodities. Certain crops such as almonds and avocados have become icons of the Golden State. But further ...

Okra can be traced back to the slave trade, with stories told of mothers braiding the seeds into their daughters’ hair, hoping wherever they landed, a crop could be planted that was familiar to them. ...

Grilled okra skewers make for an excellent appetizer or side dish. Simply marinate whole okra pods in olive oil, lemon juice ...

Emerging evidence from clinical and mechanistic studies reveals how okra’s natural compounds lower blood sugar, balance ...

Drinking okra water can contribute to daily hydration needs while providing additional nutrients. The antioxidants and ...

A new invasive insect, the two spotted cotton jassid, is spreading across the Southeastern U.S. This pest damages a wide ...