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Kale is a form of cabbage (Brassica oleracea Acephala Group) in which the central leaves do not form a head. It is considered to be closer to wild cabbage than most domesticated forms.
Distribution: The most important growing areas lie in mid and West Europe, North America, more rarely in tropical areas, East and West Africa. Most robust cabbage type.
Plant Exploration in North Carolina to Collect Collard and Other Brassica Oleracea L. Germplasm for Crop Improvement (407043)The project is designed to acquire and conserve Brassica oleraceae L. germplasm not currently available in the National Plant Germplasm System or other germplasm collections.
General production information on this crop, the insect pests and diseases that affect it and their cultural, biological and chemical controls, and weed control.
Crop & Food Research [BROAD sheet] Number 57 October 1997 Kapeti Kale Paul Lysaght and Endel Johnstone discuss the grazing of a Kapeti kale crop. Kapeti kale is a brassica used for over winter grazing and mid to late summer feed for all animals.
This project, initiated by the Amazon Conservation Association, aims to integrate field research with better management policies so as to increase the viability of Brazil nuts as a forest crop.
KALE Description Latin Name: Brassica oleracea (Acephala group) Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard) Type: Dicot Edible Part: Leaves Temperature Preference: Cool Season Crop Next Back Index Links