High Brix Gardening [Part 5] - Growing Nutrient Dense Foods

High Brix Gardens Discussion with Jon Frank. Video taken at the Minneapolis Farmers Market.

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🕒 Time is a factor in the quality of produce, as dehydration can lead to a concentration of minerals.

🍊 Fresh and fully hydrated fruits and vegetables are ideal for maintaining mineral content.

💎 Top quality produce from a store will retain its mineral content even if eaten days later.

🌱 Organics can guarantee the absence of toxic pesticides and herbicides, but not nutrient density.

🌞 Weather plays a role in the quality of produce, as cloudy days can result in lower sugar content.

🌽 Farmers face challenges in controlling sunlight and must adapt to variability in crop quality.

🌿 Proper nourishment and planning ahead of time is essential for growers to maintain quality produce.

Timestamped Summary

00:00 The speaker says that he is ready to take questions from the audience.

00:26 A question is asked about whether time is a factor in the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables.

00:32 The speaker answers that dehydration can concentrate the minerals in fruits and vegetables, so it is important to have fresh and hydrated produce.

00:58 A follow-up question is asked about the mineral content of produce if eaten fresh from the garden versus buying it from a store and eating it three days later.

01:23 The speaker answers that if the produce is top quality, the minerals will not be lost, but some vitamins and enzymes may be affected.

02:08 The speaker is asked about smaller stores having fresh produce, and he says he is not aware of that but encourages checking their quality against bigger stores.

02:29 The speaker mentions that organic food does not guarantee nutrient density or a certain quality standard.

03:25 The speaker is asked about the quality of the produce he brought, and he says it is in the middle of good and will likely get better over time.

04:03 The speaker discusses the effect of weather on sugar content in produce and how farmers cannot control sunlight.

04:28 The speaker mentions a suggestion for asparagus growers to pick the shoots as soon as they come up and then nourish the plants after the season is over.

05:19 The speaker thanks the audience and concludes the Q&A session.

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Q&A

Is time a factor in the quality of fruits and vegetables?

Yes, time can affect the quality of fruits and vegetables. Dehydration can occur and concentrate the minerals, so it is important to have fresh and fully hydrated produce.

Does the mineral content of produce change if you eat it right away or wait a few days?

The mineral content remains the same whether you eat produce fresh or buy it from a store and eat it later. However, some vitamins and enzymes may degrade over time.

Can I find fresh produce at smaller stores or corner stores?

It is possible to find fresh produce at smaller stores or corner stores, but the quality may vary. It would be beneficial to check the quality against bigger stores to ensure freshness.

Is organic food always nutrient-dense?

No, organic food does not guarantee nutrient density. It only guarantees that toxic pesticides, herbicides, and commercial fertilizers have not been used. The nutrient density of organic food varies.

What is a good bricks reading for produce?

A bricks reading of 6 or 7 is considered good, while 8 is excellent. Russ falls in the middle at 6, which is a grade of good quality produce.

Can weather affect the sugar content of produce?

Yes, weather plays a role in the sugar content of produce. Cloudy days with limited sunlight can result in lower sugar levels. Farmers cannot control sunlight, so there may be some variability in sugar content.

When should asparagus be picked for the best quality?

Asparagus should be picked as soon as it comes up, as it uses startup energy from the previous year. After the asparagus season is over, foliar spray and proper nourishment can be applied to ensure quality for the next season.