Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) is a nutrient-dense summer squash variety known for its culinary versatility. It was once a staple in traditional folk medicine and is sometimes known as courgette.

Summer squash, on the other hand, is harvested when the gourds are not fully mature. This means the rinds on summer varieties like zucchini, yellow, chayote, zephyr, and pattypan squash will not ...

Trays of sliced zucchini and yellow squash, produced by Pero Family Farms, were voluntarily recalled by the firm on November 5 amid concerns the products may contain food-poisoning Listeria ...