Q: Dear Dave, How do I go about developing and selling my own fiery-food products? Who do I register with, product label, etc.?Thank you, Chad Lowcock A: Hello Chad:Everything we know is posted here. Take some time to study these start-up articles: http://www.fiery-foods.com/e-zines.aspOur Industry Directory has container suppliers, label makers, co-packers, etc. See:http://www.fiery-foods.com/directory/default.htmGood luck!–Dave
Looking For Peri Peri
Q: Dave,A friend of mine asked me where they could find Peri Peri and Cumari O Passarinho peppers. Any ideas where I could find some seeds, plants or peppers? I looked at www.chileplants.com and found Cumari (is that the same as Cumari O Passarinho) but no Peri Peri. Suggestions?Cheers, Jason Grooms A: Hello Jason:As you mentioned, Cumari (which I believe is …
Does Chile Really Warm You Up?
A: Hello Chuck:Chiles do increase blood circulation, which warms you up. Not by being eaten, though—but rather by being rubbed on your skin!–Dave Q: Sorry Dave, but I disagree. I live in ND where we generally have 5 to 6 months of winter, often getting down between -10 to -20 without the wind chill, and as cold as -100 or …
What Size Pot? How Many Seeds?
Q: Dave,I want to grow purple jalapenos in pots out doors. Can you tell me what size pot I need, and how many plants I can plant in one pot? Thanks, Gabe A: Hello Gabe:Generally speaking, the larger the pot, the better. This is because the roots can fill the pot, creating a large plant with more yield. Also, you don’t …
Will Frozen Red Habaneros Come Back To Life?
Q: Dave,I grew two red habanero plants last year and the plants froze during the winter. Will they come back to life or will I need to buy more seedlings to plant? BTW, what is the hottest pepper on the planet? I heard that the ‘Red Savina’ habanero is the king, and then I read that it doesn’t compare with …