Two-month challenge: Guide to growing sitaw
Published July 10, 2021, 10:00 AM Sitaw (Vigna unguiculata ssp. sesquipedalis) is a high-value crop that can be produced within 50 to 65 days. This widely grown veggie is a popular ingredient in local dishes like adobong sitaw, pinakbet, and kare-kare. It is full of vitamins K and C, folic acid, protein, niacin, and more. It is also rich in fiber that assists in lowering high cholesterol levels. Aside from these health benefits, it won’t be hard to produce this crop since it can be grown in any month throughout the year. Image by Nandalal Sarkar from Pixabay. Grow sitaw from seed in ...