Growers, shippers, brokers, importers, and exporters of specialty produce, also providing descriptions, availability and handling tips; worldwide offices.

http://www.coosemans.com/

Frank Donio

An independent purchaser and distributor of fruits and vegetables. Headquartered in Hammonton, New Jersey.

http://www.donio.com/

King Fresh Produce

Full-line produce and transportation brokerage company located in Visalia, California; marketing efforts are directed towards established retail supermarket chains and produce wholesalers located in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Orient.

http://www.kingfresh.com/

Ocean Breeze Inc.

Farming, marketing, and exporting company located in the Central Valley of California, growing and selling premium quality produce for the domestic and export markets.

http://www.oceanbreezeinc.com/

Peak of the Market

Manitoba, Canada year-round vegetable supplier of over 110 different varieties of Manitoba grown vegetables ranging from Asparagus to Zucchini.

http://www.peakmarket.com/

Summit Sale and Procurement

Sale and procurement of all fruits and vegetables grown in the Pacific Northwest; fruits include apples, pears, cherries, peaches, apricots, plumbs and nectarines. Vegetables include potatoes, onions, sweet onions, asparagus, rhubarb, sweet corn, and oth

http://www.appleseller.com/

Walla Walla Gardeners

Sales and information asparagus and on mild and sweet Gloria brand onion harvested between June 20th and August 10th.

http://www.wwsonion.com/

Tips & Advice to help you make your decision on Asparagus

Asparagus is a vegetable that is high in several important vitamins and minerals. The green, stalk-like vegetable is high in several much needed vitamins and minerals: B, K, C, E, calcium, magnesium, zinc, thiamin, potassium, copper and manganese. It's also a great source of fiber and chromium, which regulates blood sugar. Asparagus is one of the few foods that is also a great source of folic acid, which is recommended to pregnant women.

Because it is high in antioxidants, some countries use it for medicinal reasons. It can be used as a diuretic or to help fight heart disease.

The vegetable is typically grown in spring in the United States. Many farmers consider ... more

Because it is high in antioxidants, some countries use it for medicinal reasons. It can be used as a diuretic or to help fight heart disease.

The vegetable is typically grown in spring in the United States. Many farmers consider asparagus as a companion to tomatoes, when planning their crops, since tomatoes have a similar growing season.

Restaurant owners use fresh asparagus in several dishes. One of the most popular ways to serve it worldwide is with Hollandaise sauce, which combines butter with a lemony twist. It is also included in many vegetable melodies served at local restaurants.

At Business.com, you can find great resources on asparagus. Those resources include tips for growing it as well as where you can find it if you own a restaurant.