#Vegetables

Cucumbers up by a third while potatoes drop: how fruit and vegetable prices changed in Ukraine over the week

Economy 11/09/2026, 18:58

Over the week in Ukraine, cucumbers, peppers, zucchini, and eggplant rose significantly in price, while potatoes, carrots, and onions continued to decline. EastFruit data captures a seasonal price shift for fruits and vegetables.

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How Long to Boil Potatoes, Beets, and Carrots: Cooking Times and Doneness Tests

Health 10/20/2026, 09:13

Potatoes, beets, and carrots require different boiling times depending on piece size. We review guidelines from Potatoes USA, Montana State University, and doneness tests for salads and side dishes.

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How to Properly Freeze Herbs, Vegetables, and Berries for Winter: Recommendations from Penn State and Oregon State Universities

Health 10/17/2026, 20:14

Experts from Penn State and Oregon State Universities explained how to properly freeze herbs, vegetables, and berries: washing, drying, pre-freezing in portions on a tray, and storing at −18 °C preserves taste for 8–12 months.

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White Cabbage for Borscht, Savoy for Cabbage Rolls: Which Cabbage to Choose for Every Dish

Health 10/17/2026, 18:30

Which cabbage is best for borscht, cabbage rolls, and roasting — exploring the flavor and texture profiles of white, Savoy, Napa, red, cauliflower, and broccoli.

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Sauerkraut with Beets: Tetyana Lytvynova's Recipe and a Carrot Variation

Health 10/14/2026, 11:03

A popular recipe for crunchy sauerkraut with beets by Tetyana Lytvynova is complemented by a carrot variation, fermentation secrets, and storage rules.

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How to Choose the Right Onion for Soup, Salad, and Frying: A Guide to Types and Flavors

Health 10/10/2026, 15:17

An expert guide on choosing onions: how yellow, white, and red varieties differ, and which is ideal for salads, soups, frying, and baking.

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Onion Prices in Ukraine Decline in October 2026: How Much Does a Kilogram Cost

Economy 10/09/2026, 12:13

In October 2026, onion prices continue to fall in Ukraine. The cost per kilogram has dropped to 9-15 hryvnias amid rising supply and crop quality issues.

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Rotting in the field or dumped: how farmers in Mykolaiv region are losing part of their harvest

Economy 10/08/2026, 16:48

Farmers in the Mykolaiv region are losing tons of tomatoes and onions in the autumn of 2026 due to a lack of sales markets and plant closures.

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Garlic, Onions and Late Harvest in October: What to Do in the Garden Before Frosts

Science 10/04/2026, 13:51

October requires completing vital garden tasks: planting winter garlic and onions, gathering the late harvest, and preparing soil for frosts per expert recommendations.

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Autumn rains flood the beds: which vegetables should be pulled from the ground and when there's no need to rush

Health 09/24/2026, 20:12

Prolonged autumn rains accelerate the spoilage of matured root crops in the soil: carrots are prone to rot and cavity spot, beets crack, and potatoes and onions require dry conditions for storage. Parsnips, on the contrary, can remain in the ground until winter.

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Salad prices up 60%, while blueberries got cheaper: what changed in vegetable and fruit prices in Ukraine over the week

Economy 09/23/2026, 20:26

Over the week in Ukraine, salad prices rose by 50–60%, while blueberries, carrots and onions became cheaper. EastFruit records a mixed trend: summer vegetables are getting more expensive, while autumn crops are falling in price against the backdrop of the new harvest.

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Turkey meat pie for several days: a juicy recipe with vegetables and sesame

Culture 09/16/2026, 10:03

The Styler project shares a recipe for a juicy turkey meat pie with vegetables and sesame, which takes about 50 minutes to prepare and keeps for several days. Parmesan in the composition is optional, but it enhances the flavor.

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Rice and Vegetable Salad for Winter: An Old Recipe from Cookbooks That Never Goes Out of Style

Culture 09/16/2026, 00:22

An old recipe from cookbooks is making a comeback: a rice and seasonal vegetable salad for winter is prepared in one pot and stored until spring. We break down the exact proportions, rice cooking, and the stages of preservation.

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Strawberries doubled in price while green onions fell by almost 50%: what changed in the Ukrainian vegetable and fruit market

Economy 09/15/2026, 05:14

Over the week in Ukraine, broccoli rose by 40–50%, garden strawberries doubled, while green onions, conversely, fell by almost 50%. Apples and pears became more affordable, and the supply of tomatoes continues to grow.

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Baked Peppers for Winter: A Simple Recipe with Garlic and Herbs for a Juicy Preserved Snack

Culture 09/10/2026, 20:56

Food blogger danilchenko_77 shared a simple recipe for baked pepper for winter: the fruits are baked until a crust forms, layered with garlic and herbs, poured with their own juice, and sterilized. The snack turns out juicy and flavorful.

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Carrots are still small in September: two steps to help the roots ripen

Science 09/10/2026, 17:09

Small carrots in September are not yet a lost cause: the roots continue to "fill out" if you provide abundant watering and thin the beds to 5–7 cm between plants, rather than experimenting with fertilizers.

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September Sowings Right Up Until the First Frost: 4 Frost-Hardy Crops You Can Still Plant in the Garden

Health 08/31/2026, 14:11

September is the optimal time for sowing frost-hardy crops. Experts advise planting spinach, arugula, shallots, and lettuce to get a fresh harvest well into late autumn, protecting the sowings from frosts with white agrofibre.

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Eggplants for Winter with Tomatoes and Peppers: A Snack Recipe and Tips for Choosing Fresh Produce

Culture 08/23/2026, 21:34

In the eggplant season, Styler offers a winter snack recipe with tomatoes, peppers, and garlic from blogger Maria Makarchuk. Dr. Maya Rosman also advises on how to choose fresh fruits and reduce the fat content of the dish.

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