Conventional vs Organic vs Genetically Modified
As you walk into the supermarket, you see a mind-boggling variety of fruits and vegetables. But have you ever wondered whether the attractive looking fruits which promise you that extra pulp and sweetness might not be…
READ MORECelebrating GROW Students Maria Dolores and Heraclio
GROW by Organics Unlimited was created 10 years ago as a way to involve consumers in raising funds to assist the communities where Organics Unlimited bananas are grown. With the financial support of GROW banana purchases, Project Amigo, a non-profit…
READ MORE10 Ways to Share GROW bananas
In celebration of #GROWTURNS10, we invite you to share the message of GROW with your friends and family on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram. Help us spread the word about how GROW gives back! (Click on any…
READ MORE10 Banana Facts
Bananas are often considered a super fruit. They provide many nutritional benefits for the body, but other than their vitamins and potassium, bananas have a bigger effect on our bodies that can help with quick reliefs,…
READ MORERecipe: Peach-Banana Smoothie Popsicles
Photo courtesy: Sarah of offbeat and inspired Summer is in full effect, and one way to beat the heat is with a tasty, cold treat. Featuring two fruits and non-fat Greek yogurt, these popsicles provide plenty…
READ MOREOrganic Produce Purchases Claim Record Numbers in 2014
Photo courtesy of Specialty Produce According to Grocery Headquarters and the Organic Trade Association (OTA), sales of organic food and non-food products set an all-time record in the U.S. in 2014. Sales jumped to $39.1 billion,…
READ MORERecipe: Banana Foster Parfait
Photo courtesy: John Autry of Cooking Light Last week we provided you with a simple, fun recipe to make with the kids during your Fourth of July or other summer barbecues. We would like to share…
READ MOREEat More Bananas with these 10 Recipes
GROW organic bananas have always been the perfect ingredient. Here are some of our favorites to keep you and your kids happy, healthy and feeling good. Feel free to share these with friends and families. Send…
READ MOREFourth of July Banana Popsicle
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and you may be looking for some fun and creative recipes to share with family and friends. This patriotic banana popsicle is fast, easy and perfect for…
READ MOREEntertain Children with Tasty Banana Crafts
Photo courtesy of Momtastic.com The Fourth of July holiday is a time for family and friends to gather, relax and enjoy great summer weather. There is no doubt that many parents will be making grocery store…
READ MORE#GROWmonth: Celebrating GROW Scholars
Since 2005, GROW has helped provide educational, medical, and economic support to children and adults living in impoverished communities in Mexico and Ecuador. GROW works with established non-profit organizations such as Project Amigo in Colima, Mexico and…
READ MOREGROW Student: Dulce
Dulce is 23 years old and has finished her eighth and final semester of undergraduate studies as a graphic designer. She has been a GROW scholar for 10 years. Dulce particularly enjoys her business negotiation classes…
READ MOREGROW Student: Isaías
Isaías is 23 years old and has finished his final semester of undergraduate studies for Geomatic Topographic Engineering. His favorite class is remote sensing, as it allows engineers to obtain base studies and satellite imagery without…
READ MOREGROW Student: Maria
As part of the GROW program, GROW scholars are required to give back by partaking in community service. Maria is a tenth grader who performs exceptionally well in school. She has a lot of fun mentoring students…
READ MOREBanana Beauty Tips
Here are 10 beauty tricks you never knew you could do with bananas. While they help with your physical health and well-being, bananas also help maintain your youth and beauty. Try these at home and share…
READ MOREGROW Student: Abigail
Everyone involved in the GROW program works together to build stronger communities, and Abigail, a tenth grader, shares her enthusiasm of helping out with her fellow GROW scholars. “At the GROW education center I feel extremely useful…
READ MOREGROW Student: Luis
Luis has been a GROW scholar for seven years. His studies are funded through GROW donations to Project Amigo in Colima, Mexico. He will be completing high school soon and plans on attending university after graduating. Once…
READ MOREGROW Student: Esperanza
Esperanza has been with the GROW program for the past eight years. She is enthusiastic about school. “I am currently completing my public accounting degree. I happen to find this very easy. However, the subject I find…
READ MOREGROW Student: Leonel
Thanks to the GROW program, many kids are able to complete their education and go on to college. Leonel is one of the amazing students who has been accepted into college. Following his first cycle of…
READ MOREGROW Student: Heraclio
Heraclio has been a GROW student for 10 years. At 28, he has finished his studies in Agricultural Engineering. GROW has changed my life completely,” he said. “Thanks to this program and everyone involved, I’ve had the…
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