Some of the best recipes call for zesty and flavorful tomatoes, whether fresh or in the form of sauces, canned goods and more.
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Michigan Tomato Facts
- Michigan grows tomatoes for both fresh eating and processed uses
- Michigan ranks seventh in the nation in the production of fresh market tomatoes
- Michigan produces 132,600 tons of tomatoes for processing and 60 million pounds of tomatoes for fresh market
- The total value for processed and fresh Michigan tomatoes is $35.5 million
Nutrition
- Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins C and A
- They are high in the antioxidant lycopene
- Tomatoes are low in sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol
- Tomatoes are a good source of vitamin E (alpha tocopherol), thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, magnesium, phosphorous, copper, dietary fiber, vitamin K, potassium and manganese