Growing Broccoli
by Robert Bales
Title
Growing Broccoli
Artist
Robert Bales
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Photograph - Photo
Description
While out for a drive I found this broccoli field with the mountains in the background.
Yuma cauliflower and broccoli crops have increased substantially in recent years. Currently more than 93% of state cauliflower and 70% of broccoli is grown in Yuma. Maricopa and Pinal counties grow the rest of state cauliflower and broccoli.
During the winter months, November to March, broccoli is grown and harvested in Yuma.
Planting is done by direct seeding or by transplanting seedlings started in a greenhouse.
Although various varieties have slightly different harvesting time, most reach maturity from seed in 100 to 120 days.
Over 30,000 plants can grow in only one acre.
A broccoli field may be harvested 2 to 3 times to harvest all the mature broccoli.
Ideally, broccoli should be harvested during the cooler months in order to ensure the longest storage time.
It is harvested with eight to 10 inches of stem left intact and the heads should be cooled immediately to prevent opening and discoloration.
Broccoli may be packed in the field or transported to a processing facility where it is cut and packaged.
Broccoli is known as the Crown Jewel of Nutrition because it is rich in vitamins and minerals and is a good source of Vitamin A, Potassium, Folic Acid, Iron and Fiber
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Comments (17)
Morris Finkelstein
Stunning landscape panorama of the extensive farmlands in the southwestern United States, with great colors, perspective, mountain and sky background, and composition, Robert! F/L
Ann Boulais
Robert, beautiful colours in this image, the sky is incredible. I didn't even notice the broccoli, I was so drawn to the skies.
Bill And Deb Hayes
WOW !! Who would have ever thought broccoli would make for a good photo image ? One person for sure, the mind of Robert Bales, when he saw that field with the background consisting of the mountains, the beautiful clouds, and the beautiful overall sky. I can just see his mind now - a cartoon like image comes to mind "light-bulbs going off" etc. These are the traits of a master photographer in our opinions. OUTSTANDING image Robert !! We "liked" & "favorited" this image and it was our pleasure to do so. Bill & Deb Hayes