A 2006 review concluded that there was no link between omega-3 fatty acids consumption and cancer. This is similar to the findings of a review of studies up to February 2002 that failed to find clear effects of long and shorter chain omega-3 fats on total risk of death, combined cardiovascular events and cancer.
U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 5 through 8 support sweet cherry trees (Prunus avium), which require a period of winter chilling. Dozens of commercially available trees bearing sweet, luscious cherries include Bing, Black Tartarian, Stella and Ranier.. Two or more pollen-compatible varieties must be present for successful cross-pollination and fruiting; self-fruitful exceptions include Stella, Glacier, and Sweetheart..
Washington is the largest supplier of cherries in the United States, and exports them to places like China, Korea, Australia, Brazil and Japan. July is the perfect month for picking this gorgeous (and tasty) Washington fruit! Here are some of our favorite u-pick spots.