Keywords
fruit crops
nut crops
nuts
edible fruits
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This publication is intended for individuals who are interested in learning more about fruit and nut crops grown in Florida, and ways to store, prepare, and include these foods in healthy meals and snacks. Written by Catherine Campbell, Julia Graddy, Jeanette Andrade, and Wendy Wilber, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2025.
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