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home food preparation
local food systems
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This publication from the Healthy Harvest series is intended for individuals who are interested in knowing more about legume crops that are grown in Florida, as well as ways to store, prepare, and cook these crops in healthy meals. Written by Catherine Campbell, Julia Graddy, Jeanette Andrade, and Wendy Wilber, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, July 2025.
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