Breadfruit: The Next Food Source?
Breadfruit has been a vital crop in the Pacific for over 3,000 years. The tree grows throughout the Pacific Islands, except for New Zealand and Easter Island. With more than 80% of the world's hungry live in tropical and subtropical regions, could this be a viable food source? Breadfruit or 'ulu (in Hawaiian) Breadfruit trees grow easily in a wide range of areas with little care. Within 3-5 years, trees begin to bear fruit. I wish the diva plants in my yard were that easy to care for... Town Restaurant Honolulu Chef Ed Kenney Shinsato Farm Pork Belly wrapped loin with 'ulu mash and bitter greens One of the ways that I've seen Breadfruit ('ulu) served in restaurants and very tasty Ian Cole The Breadfruit Institute Hana, Maui Explaining what Breadfruit is and why it's important. There are about 280 trees in Hana and each tree can produce up to 100 lbs per season. Cooked Breadfruit...