ATTRA Publication Promotes Pawpaw Production For Commercial Markets

Although they look like a mango and taste like a banana, pawpaws are native to most of the eastern United States. Our updated publication, "Pawpaw - A 'Tropical' Fruit for Temperate Climates," offers an overview of pawpaw production and discusses several factors that are coming together to make commercial pawpaw production a viable option for eastern growers.

The publication also covers overall culture, pests, harvest, postharvest handling, and marketing.

You can find the publication available free online at https://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/summaries/summary.php?pub=9.

ATTRA has a related free resource to check out as well.

"Fruit Trees, Bushes, and Vines for Natural Growing in the Ozarks" https://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/summaries/summary.php?pub=541

Since 1976, the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) has been helping people by championing small-scale, local and sustainable solutions to reduce poverty, promote healthy communities and protect natural resources. In partnership with businesses, organizations, individuals and agricultural producers, NCAT is working to advance solutions that will ensure the next generation inherits a world that has clean air and water, energy production that is efficient and renewable, and healthy foods grown with sustainable practices. More information about its programs and services is available at www.ncat.org or by calling 1-800-ASK-NCAT.