Shipments of loquats have started in the city of Nagasaki, the largest producer of the fruit in Japan. On March 18, a ceremony was held for the shipping of loquats grown in greenhouses.

Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) is the name, and the yellow berries are actually a delicious fruit. Sometimes called a Japanese Plum, this tree does well in our region and is a great addition to your ...