FFVP October 2024
October is often the time where the last of the late summer produce is available before fall weather set in. The beginning of the month can be quite warm, while the end of the month can bring chilly wet nights.
Tomatoes are a plant that can keep producing fruit until those first frosty evenings. In Oregon this means locally grown tomatoes can be found in October in mild years!
Tomato Facts
- There are over 15,000 known varieties globally.
- Technically, tomatoes are fruits, where the edible part of the plant contains seeds.
- The name tomato is derived from an Aztec word tomatl that translates to "plump thing with a navel."
Health Benefits
Tomatoes are high in lycopene, beta-carotene, and Vitamin C, which are antioxidants that have been shown to be good for heart, skin, & oral health.
