Achieving success with broccoli
Farmer's Weekly|November 03, 2023
Plant breeding has progressed to the point where one can now plant two or three varieties of broccoli over the year
Bill Kerr
Achieving success with broccoli

The popularity of broccoli is still growing and will continue to do so across the globe. Much of this is due to the discovery of health-promoting qualities that are touted in many magazine articles. Broccoli is considered excellent for preventing cancer. All cruciferous crops contribute to general health, but it is considered that the healthiest of all of them is kale. Unfortunately, this crop is not all that tasty. Broccoli is generally rated very high in the health department and is also good tasting.

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