In a solution cultivation method for a low potassium vegetable, an entire cultivation period from seeding to harvesting is divided into a first cultivation period and a second cultivation period depending on the vegetable to be cultivated. In the first cultivation period, the vegetable is cultivated in a first culture solution containing a first fertilizer for solution cultivation which contains potassium. In the second cultivation period, the vegetable is cultivated in a second culture solution containing a second fertilizer for solution cultivation which does not substantially contain potassium. During the second cultivation period, an air flow is applied at a controlled speed to the growing point of the vegetable.

The present invention relates to isolated nucleic acid molecules and their corresponding encoded polypeptides able confer the trait of improved plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass in plants challenged with saline conditions. The present invention further relates to the use of these nucleic acid molecules and polypeptides in making transgenic plants, plant cells, plant materials or seeds of a plant having plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass that are improved in saline conditions with respect to wild-type plants grown under similar conditions.

The present invention relates to isolated nucleic acid molecules and their corresponding encoded polypeptides able confer the trait of improved plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass in plants challenged with saline conditions. The present invention further relates to the use of these nucleic acid molecules and polypeptides in making transgenic plants, plant cells, plant materials or seeds of a plant having plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass that are improved in saline conditions with respect to wild-type plants grown under similar conditions.

The present invention relates to isolated nucleic acid molecules and their corresponding encoded polypeptides able confer the trait of improved plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass in plants challenged with saline conditions. The present invention further relates to the use of these nucleic acid molecules and polypeptides in making transgenic plants, plant cells, plant materials or seeds of a plant having plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass that are improved in saline conditions with respect to wild-type plants grown under similar conditions.

The present invention relates to isolated nucleic acid molecules and their corresponding encoded polypeptides able confer the trait of improved plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass in plants challenged with saline conditions. The present invention further relates to the use of these nucleic acid molecules and polypeptides in making transgenic plants, plant cells, plant materials or seeds of a plant having plant size, vegetative growth, growth rate, seedling vigor and/or biomass that are improved in saline conditions with respect to wild-type plants grown under similar conditions.

A salad ingredients storage assembly for storing all of the ingredients to make a salad includes a tray for containing chopped lettuce or other vegetable base for a salad. A lid is removably positionable on the tray to close the tray. The lid forms a fluid impermeable seal with the tray to enhance freshness of the chopped lettuce of other vegetable base. A bin has a plurality of storage compartments being integrated therein and the bin is positionable on the lid when the lid is positioned on the tray. A plurality of containers is provided and each of the containers contains a respective one of a plurality of salad toppings. Each of the containers is removably stored in the bin for storing the plurality of salad toppings with the chopped lettuce or other vegetable base in the tray.

A salad ingredients storage assembly for storing all of the ingredients to make a salad includes a tray for containing chopped lettuce or other vegetable base for a salad. A lid is removably positionable on the tray to close the tray. The lid forms a fluid impermeable seal with the tray to enhance freshness of the chopped lettuce of other vegetable base. A bin has a plurality of storage compartments being integrated therein and the bin is positionable on the lid when the lid is positioned on the tray. A plurality of containers is provided and each of the containers contains a respective one of a plurality of salad toppings. Each of the containers is removably stored in the bin for storing the plurality of salad toppings with the chopped lettuce or other vegetable base in the tray.

The present invention provides methods for preparing antioxidant-rich products from coffee cherries for nutritional and cosmetic uses. In one aspect, the present invention provides a method for preparing a liquid coffee fruit extract and a liquid coffee fruit extract prepared by the method. In another aspect, the present invention provides a method for preparing dried coffee fruit and a dried coffee fruit product prepared by the method. In yet another aspect, the present invention provides a method for preparing a coffee fruit powder and a coffee fruit powder prepared by the method. The coffee fruit products prepared by the methods of the present invention contain high levels of powerful antioxidants capable of reducing oxidation and preventing oxidative damage for the prevention or treatment of a vast array of diseases and conditions.

Compositions and methods for producing food and drink products containing milled anthocyanin-rich legumes from the Fabaceae family are shown that may lower the glycemic index, increase the duration of nutritionally-derived energy availability over simple carbohydrates, increase nutritional fiber content, reduce hyperglycemia, hyperinsulinemia, hyperleptinemia, total lipids, and cellular anabolism and energy consumption, and increase cellular catabolism and energy production. Using the methods of the present invention, legumes are milled into microparticulate form to increase nutrient availability and to reduce flatulence and other side-effects associated with prior art anthocyanin extraction techniques. Using a method of the present invention, lectins are significantly deactivated, thereby eliminating or substantially reducing hemagglutination.

A cocoa alternative or enhancer, made from roasted green banana flour, for use in a wide variety of food products. The cocoa alternative/enhancer can provide a variety of sensory attributes including aromas, flavors and textures that can be altered and controlled by careful manipulation of the roasting process.