Matt McMillin pulls back the leaves on a horseradish plant to show off the roots below, the main staple of the crop. These plants grow taproots and secondary roots. It’s the taproots that are ...

The plant is horseradish, and the metro-east is its favorite place to grow. Illinois grows more than two thirds of the world’s supply — about 16 million pounds annually — with St.

Horseradish likes the cold winter weather, the long growing season and the soil...making Wisconsin a perfect place to grow ...

The Long family has been crafting horseradish since 1850, blending tradition with innovation to create bold condiments like ...

Horseradish root on cutting board with grater - Westend61/Getty Images For the most part, people who buy or grow horseradish root know they're in for an eye-burning, sinus-clearing experience when ...

Fresh horseradish is difficult to source. Try a good farmers' market or specialist supplier, or look online. Keep fresh horseradish in a paper bag in the fridge for up to one week, or cut it into ...

The horseradish can be harvested any time of year ... “Once it comes out of the field, every plant has to be gone through by hand,” Kenny said. “They have to be trimmed, sorted by different ...