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Fruit and veges get cheaper but domestic airfares go up
Those flying overseas had it better than domestic travellers.

What can you do with your vege scraps?
From inventive pesto to DIY crisps, Nikki Birrell recommends getting creative.

Are your kids fussy eaters? It might be in their genes
You could even be a 'super taster', but it's not always a good thing.

The vegetable Kiwis find very a-peeling
New Zealanders chomped through over $1 billion worth of this humble vegetable last year.

Broccoli $9 a head? Growers' freshwater reform warning
Govt urged to prioritise commercial vegetable production in new freshwater regulations.

Vege tips: Kem Ormond's proudest achievement this year
OPINION: Here's a little show-and-tell about how things are progressing in my garden.

Recipe: Super-easy corn and tomato salad
Depending on the season, you can use frozen or fresh corn for this one.

Recipe: Balsamic-roasted tomatoes and zucchini
This simple dish works as a side, or you can toss it through pasta for an easy dinner.

How healthy is broccoli really?
New York Times: The dinnertime standard is a nutritional multitasker.

The heart-healthy diet hardly anyone is talking about
New York Times: How the DASH diet can significantly lower blood pressure.

Middle East conflict could impact NZ exporters
Many of NZ's friends are hostile or indifferent to Iran and its proxies, analyst says.

'Perfectly imperfect' fruit and vegetables provide a recipe for business success
Collaboration with restaurant Embra turned misfit pears into fine dining delight.

Vege tips: Why October is sow important
OPINION: Watching the new growth appear is nature at its best.

Asparagus 101: How to make the most of spring’s star vegetable
Discover how to pick, store and cook this versatile green gem while it’s in peak season.

The root of the kūmara unearthed in Golden Bay
Research has uncovered the location of the earliest sites of kūmara in Polynesia.

Caramelising onions: The art and science of getting it right
For rich and sweet onions, all you need is just a little patience.

Fresh vege surplus challenges asparagus growers as season begins
Asparagus Growers Council thinks prices will come down as production ramps up.

Broccoli: The ultimate superfood for your garden and plate
Opinion: Broccoli is easy to grow, and growing your own seedlings is simple.

The easiest way to give your meal a nutritional boost
Turn your plate into a more balanced meal with minimal effort and without extra dishes.

HortNZ calls on Kiwis to support local growers
Horticulture NZ has launched an awareness campaign called "Taste the Yakka".