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1. Dream it! Make it! Bake it! Shake it!:  2026 Herb of the Year! Turmeric Longa!  |
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Dreamer42
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 Posted - Mar 18 2026 : 09:23:43 AM
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Hi Farmgirls!
(I'm filling in for Sara for this thread from years past. xo )
Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) is our 2026 Herb of the Year!
For new FarmGirls; each year we celebrate our FarmGirl Jubilee and MaryJane's birthday in May. Some of us plant the Herb of the Year or a rose in celebration. Sara has usually posted announcement of the Herb of the Year early so those who wish to plant it can add it to their garden shopping list.
Sooooo... please be sure to post recipes and other uses for our beautiful tumeric and post pictures for inspiration for all to share.
Happy Jubliee celebrations!
Dreamer42
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Edited by - Dreamer42 on Mar 27 2026 08:15:41 AM |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Mar 18 2026 : 09:24:17 AM
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Significance of Turmeric:
Turmeric, often referred to as the "golden spice of life," has been revered for over 6,000 years in various cultures. It is known for its vibrant golden-orange rhizome, which is not only a staple in cooking but also has extensive medicinal uses. The International Herb Association (IHA) has chosen turmeric as the Herb of the Year for 2026, highlighting its importance in kitchens, apothecaries, and dye pots.
Dreamer42
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Mar 18 2026 : 09:40:20 AM
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Wanda Sue
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Wanda
Murrells Inlet
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Posted - Mar 19 2026 : 11:38:37 AM
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That makes a beautiful flower, I will try to plant and learn how to harvest into the powder.
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levisgrammy
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Denise
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Posted - Mar 20 2026 : 12:11:04 PM
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Turmeric taken with omegas is very beneficial for pain management and inflammation. I take it daily. So many good uses for it in the world of our health.
~Denise
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AussieChick
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Cindy
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Posted - Mar 24 2026 : 07:10:43 AM
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I love turmeric tea. Turmeric & Ginger is particularly delicious!!
Farmgirl #6058
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MaryJanesNiece
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Krista
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Posted - Mar 25 2026 : 1:43:47 PM
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Turmeric looks beautiful before it is harvested! I have only had turmeric tea. I will have to try it as a seasoning with my food.
Krista
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nndairy
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Heather
Wapakoneta
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Posted - Mar 27 2026 : 6:34:41 PM
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I haven't tried it yet, but there are a lot of recipes for "golden milk". Since it's our herb of the year, I'll have to give it a try! Fun fact, I read that black pepper boosts turmeric absorption by up to 2,000%!
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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Dreamer42
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Posted - Mar 30 2026 : 07:45:08 AM
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Krista, Cindy, Ginger Tumeric teas are one of my favorites! Heather, I've seen golden milk recipes as well, have always been curious, but have never tried. Perhaps this is the time to try it!! Hubs and I have started taking tumeric supplements as well, Denise, hoping it helps with our inflammation.
Dreamer42
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Edited by - Dreamer42 on Mar 30 2026 07:45:23 AM |
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Dreamer42
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Posted - Mar 30 2026 : 08:38:01 AM
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suny58
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Dianna
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Posted - Apr 08 2026 : 08:59:03 AM
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One of my favorite herbs!
Farmgirl #7103
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Dianna
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AussieChick
Sharpshooter
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Cindy
Esk
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Posted - May 26 2026 : 6:27:45 PM
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As we head into our cooler months over here in Australia, it's time for me to bring out my immune-boosting drink recipes to ward off the colds & flus. Here's one that I love which includes our herb of the year... turmeric!!
Anti-inflammatory Golden Tonic
2 cups filtered water
2 bags of green tea
5 sprigs fresh thyme
1 x 2-inch ginger, peeled & grated
1 x 2-inch turmeric, peeled & grated
1 tbsp raw honey
1 tbsp raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar
2 cups chilled sparkling water
Bring the water to a gentle simmer over a medium-high heat. Add tea bags, thyme, ginger, turmeric, honey & vinegar, stirring to dissolve honey. Reduce the heat to low & let the mixture steep for 15 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a mason jar. Refrigerate 1 hour. Divide tonic mixture evenly among 4 glasses (about 1/2 cup per glass). Top each with 1/2 cup sparkling water. Serve with a lime wedge, if desired.
Farmgirl #6058
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Nancy Joplin
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Nancy
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Posted - May 27 2026 : 11:07:32 AM
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Thanks for the recipe, Cindy! We will have to try it! Anything to help keep up healthy!
Nancy 8352
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2026 Herb of the Year! Turmeric Longa!
