For more than 50 years, a family-owned okra farm in Port Arthur has been growing and delivering fresh okra to residents in Southeast Texas. The farm, run by Walt Jackson, his brother Paulfry Jackson ...

Okra is biologically classified as a fruit but generally used as a vegetable in cooking. Okra is characterized by an inherent slimy texture and a viscous juice used to thicken sauces. It contains ...

Okra holds a special place in the hearts of many Louisianans. For some, it’s an essential ingredient in gumbo, and for others, it’s a must-grow crop in the summer vegetable garden. It’s no wonder why ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -A staple in southern cooking, lady fingers, as some call them, are the main attraction of Okra Fest. Now in its third year, the event is a staple at Lick Run Farm in Roanoke. The ...

The Wichita Falls Farmers Market held an Okra Jubilee on Saturday where shoppers could experience the unique taste of a southern delectable: okra. Farm-fresh okra was available from several different ...