Birmingham's premiere tomato repacking operation - serving the Southeast with flavorful, quality, homegrown tomatoes year-round. In 1990, Mr.
With over 50 years of experience in farming, Leon Johnson began growing and delivering farm fresh tomatoes and vegetables direct to local stores and restaurants. Johnson opened Flavor Pic Tomato Company, a repack operation in Birmingham Alabama. This family operated and owned business not only supported their farm, it also supported five additional local farms and families in the surrounding area.
The commitment to quality Mr. Johnson upheld during the Alabama tomato season business brought an intense consumer demand for Flavor Pic to begin a year round program. As a year round tomato re-packer, Flavor Pic Tomato quickly filled the need many retailers & restaurants were seeking on regional and national levels. In 2012 Flavor Pic Tomato partnered with Alex Kontos Fruit, to become one the largest tomato repackers in the Southeast. This partnership strengthened the accessibility and purchasing power allowing FPT & AKF to give customers a competitive pricing program, while continuing to provide exceptional quality and customer service. We are committed to hold true to our family values while providing complete customer satisfaction.
Operating as usual
What's the buzz?🐝 It's National Pollinator Week! Pollinator species help produce more than 100 crops grown in the United States. Honey bees and other pollinators are essential for agriculture, with honey bees alone contributing to more than $18 billion in added crop value.
For more information about Pollinator Week visit: pollinator.org/pollinator-week
Tomato Hornworm: A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing - Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Some of the most intriguing insects are caterpillars. They come in many shapes, sizes and species and appear harmless to the unfamiliar eye. However, one particular species is a wolf in sheep’s clothing for gardeners and farmers, the tomato hornworm.
Taking Care of Tomatoes - Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Tomatoes are by far the most popular plant in a vegetable garden, but can also be the most problematic. Learn more about proper tomato care!
Can you believe we're already halfway through the month of June?! ☀️🌊 We've been soaking up all the sunshine and of course as many trips as possible to our local farmers market. 🌽🍑
What fresh fruits and veggies have you been stocking up on lately? Don't forget to reference this graphic as you shop, for the freshest produce at the fairest price. 👍
For recipes, storage & prep tips, and more for each of the items listed, check out https://healthyfamilyproject.com/whats-in-season-for-june/
The rules for making a tomato sandwich are serious business. Don't mess them up
The tomato is among God's most gifted creations: It manages to be both fruit and vegetable; it can be made into entrees, sauces, toppings or pies; it can be eaten raw or cooked and it can be pronounced "tah-may-toe" or "tuh-mah-toe." It's a busy plant, is all I'm saying.It shows particular talent as...
June is upon us, and you know what that means! A new assortment of fresh, seasonal produce is headed to stores & farmers markets near you. 🍉🌽
Head to our Produce Tips page to learn more about What's in Season for June + how to pick the freshest, highest quality produce ➡️ https://healthyfamilyproject.com/whats-in-season-for-june/
Tomato Cracker Salad is the summer treat you didn't know you needed
A salad made with saltines and tomatoes? It may sound a little odd but when Stacey Little writes about it, he makes us crave a bowlful.Little, who blogs about food on his popular site Southern Bite, says Tomato Cracker Salad is a dish that "defines summer.""Garden-fresh tomatoes combine with saltine...
Peaches from Chilton County are in stock!
Chatom, AL will host a workshop on June 16, 2022. Regional Agents Rebecca Catalena-Lee and Hannah Kittrell D***s will take you from the garden and to the pantry. Pre-registration required.
Vegetable Gardening for Beginners
Our Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Guide summarizes how to start a vegetable garden from scratch, easy vegetables to grow, and when to plant what. Plus, we’ve just added a great “starter” garden plan for beginners!
We have tomatoes!
Choosing Tomato Varieties for Your Garden
There are thousands of tomato varieties so how do you choose the best tomato for you (and your climate)? See four factors to help you narrow down your choice of tomato. Plus, find tips on giving your tomatoes a healthy start to life!
Alabama dish ‘to eat before you die’ is back in season
The famous tomato salad returns to menu at Hot and Hot Fish Club.
We want to know — What restaurant serves up Bama's Best Tomato Dish?
Tell us below! Comment with the business name, city and delightful dish by May 18 at noon.
Keep in mind: This dish could be fried green tomatoes, salsa, pasta sauce, BLTs, any tomato-y dish that makes your tastebuds tingle!
The eight businesses with the most votes will make it to the next round of voting on Sweet Grown Alabama's page.
Tomatoes
Our Growing Tomatoes Guide covers when to plant, the best way to grow tomatoes, how long it takes a tomato to bear fruit, and what tomatoes need to thrive. See our complete guide from soil preparation to transplanting to stakes and cages, the best tomato
Tomato Season Pre-Maintenance - Alabama Cooperative Extension System
With tomato season well underway in south Alabama, it is important growers to maintain a “proactive” approach to disease, insect, and w**d management.
Hello May 😎☀️ We're ready for warmer weather, grilling season & pool days! Every month we share our what's in season guide to help you navigate the produce department & stock up on fruits & veggies at their peak 🍓🧅
Click the link for tips on how how to pick, prep and store each of the fruits & veggies listed 🌽🍒 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3e97DBt
Photos from Sunshine Farms U-Pick Strawberry Field's post
Our first show in over two years! Katie Sunshine
Hydration is key this time of year as the weather starts to warm up and spring sports are in full swing! ☀️ If you or your kids aren't huge fans of plain water, give infused water a try instead. 😋🍓
More ideas on the blog ➡️ https://bit.ly/38rjdaG
Don't miss the Commercial Horticulture Webinars tomorrow morning at 9 AM! Zoom link is https://auburn.zoom.us/j/590217859 or watch a Live stream on the Alabama Extension Commercial Horticulture channel on Facebook. Thanks!
Did you know you can regrow certain fruits & veggies from scraps?! Try it at home to reduce food waste & saves money! 🍍🍅🥕 Plus, it's a super neat experiment to try with your kids.
We shared instructions + a free downloadable on the blog ➡️ https://bit.ly/388afPy
Produce Safety Alliance training May 2 in Montgomery, AL at the ADAI building. This class is for produce farmers. Call or text Jean Weese at 334-750-3797 or Janet Johnson 334-703-2237 for information or register by phone. You can register online also by using the QR code or at www.aces.edu/go/PSA
These okra and green tomato fritters are the appetizer we desperately want to taste
When it comes to food, I can respect a good mash-up. It's a chance to eat two of your favorite foods at once. And, thanks to an ingenious food combination from Southern Bite, I'm about to save myself a ton of money and time!Restaurant waiters hate me. I'm the kind of guy who will look at a dinner me...
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What you see here, is a tomato that has entered the vivipanic phase, that is when, the germination of its seeds begins to occur within the pericarp of the same tomato under conditions that favor it. The nutrients that these seeds receive come from the same fruit...
pericarp [ˈpɛrɪkɑːp] NOUN
botany
the part of a fruit formed from the wall of the ripened o***y.
Viviparity
Among animals, viviparity is development of the embryo inside the body of the parent. This is opposed to oviparity which is a reproductive mode in which females lay developing eggs that complete their development and hatch externally from the mother.
Source: Conciencia Ambiental
Have you noticed more farm equipment traveling on roads recently? The 2022 planting season is here and in full swing! We want to encourage these safety precautions to all motorists and farmers during this planting season.
Produce Safety Alliance training May 2 in Montgomery, AL at the ADAI building. This class is for produce farmers. Call or text Jean Weese at 334-750-3797 or Janet Johnson 334-703-2237 for information or register by phone. You can register online also by using the QR code or at www.aces.edu/go/PSA
Looking for a new activity to tackle with the kids this spring? Check out our post on growing fruits & veggies from food scraps. My girls have loved watching ours grow the last few years 🌱 and it makes for a fun & easy ongoing science lesson. 👍
Details here ➡️ https://healthyfamilyproject.com/8-fruits-veggies-you-can-regrow-from-scraps/
Photos from Cahaba Riverkeeper's post
Tomato Varieties: Getting the Most Out of Your Choice - Alabama Cooperative Extension System
There are nearly 10,000 named varieties of tomato. April is here and Alabamians will be planting America’s favorite garden food in droves.
Before reaching for a sugary snack or 2nd cup of coffee, try stocking on some of these healthy foods to keep on hand when you need an energy boost 🍓🥑🍠🍏
Watch our Food Rx episode with Chef Julie, RD where she covers how our bodies use food to produce energy, which foods can help boost your energy & other natural ways to increase energy levels. https://bit.ly/2GVNXU3
Happy April! 🌸🐰🥕 As the weather starts to warm up, we’re always looking for fresh ideas to add more fruits & veggies to our plates. While you’re at the grocery store, make sure to pick up some of these in-season fruits and veggies.
Head to the blog to download this graphic & check out recipe ideas & produce tips for each produce item listed 🥭🧅 https://bit.ly/3K2rcJ8
Photos from The Old Farmers Almanac's post
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The sort and wash line.
Good stuff outbound!
The flow wrap machine is running this morning.
The flow wrap machine running this morning packing consumer friendly items. #FlowWrap #Tomatoes #ConsumerFriendly
Locally grown grape tomatoes on the sort and wash line.
Alabama grown grape tomatoes on our sort and wash line from Allman Farms & Orchards. #ALabamaGrown #GrapeTomatoes #BuyLocal #Tomatoes
Fresh tomatoes going from the wash to sort line.#ARkansasGrown #FreshTomatoes #Arkansas #Tomatoes
Riding through the tomato fields in Arkansas. #ARkansasGrown #Tomatoes #FreshProduce
Arkansas grape tomatoes on our sort and wash line. #Arkansas #LocallyGrown #FreshProduce #GrapeTomatoes #HealthySnacking
Grape tomato sort and wash line.
Three pack tomatoes on the flow wrap line.
Running white corn on the flow wrap line. #FlowWrap #Corn #FreshProduce #WhiteCorn #Birmingham
Our grape tomato sort and wash line. #GrapeTomatoes #Tomatoes #FoodSafety
Green tomatoes on the flow wrap line.
Flow wrapping this morning.
Grape sorting and washing.
Flow wrapping this morning. 🌅
Round and round on the flow wrap line.
Flow wrapping some 3 count tomatoes this morning at Flavor Pic Tomato. #FlavorPicTomato #Tomatoes #Birmingham #FamilyOwned
The flow wrap line running heirloom tomatoes. #FlavorPicTomato #FreshProduce #Tomatoes #Birmingham
The flow wrap line was going strong today. #FlavorPicTomato #FreshProduce #Tomatoes
Running the flow wrap line this morning at Flavor Pic Tomato. #FlavorPicTomato #Birmingham #FamilyOwned #Tomatoes #FreshProduce
Green tomatoes packed with the flow wrap machine at Flavor Pic Tomato. #FlavorPicTomato #Tomatoes #Birmingham #FamilyOwned #FreshProduce #GreenTomatoes
New 3 pack tomatoes going on the truck at Flavor Pic Tomato. #FlavorPicTomato #Tomatoes #FreshProduce #FamilyOwned #Birmingham
New 3 pack item being packed this morning at Flavor Pic Tomato. #FlavorPicTomato #FreshProduce #Tomatoes
Fresh tomatoes being unloaded at Flavor-Pic Tomato Co. #FlavorPicTomato #Tomatoes #FreshProduce #FamilyOwned #Birmingham
Fresh grape tomatoes about to be sorted, washed and packaged. #FlavorPicTomato #Tomatoes #FreshProduce #GrapeTomatoes
Roma tomatoes being sorted and packed this morning.
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