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UOG Horizons: Knowledge for Life - How to rein in your dragon fruit: Maximize the potential of this rising tropical fruit

UOG Horizons: Knowledge for Life - How to rein in your dragon fruit: Maximize the potential of this rising tropical fruit

UOG Horizons: Knowledge for Life - How to rein in your dragon fruit: Maximize the potential of this rising tropical fruit


7/10/2025
University of Guam Land Grant extension assistant Sophie Santos pours fresh dragon fruit juice while making dragon fruit calamansi nectar at a value-added foods workshop in September.
A youth participant of a UOG Land Grant value-added foods workshop for dragon fruit pipes a mixture into candy molds to make dragon fruit gummies in September 2024.
Dragon fruit gummy candies, a value-added product that can be made in a home kitchen and can extend the shelf-life of dragon fruit.
Dragon fruit jam, a value-added product that can be made in a home kitchen and can extend the shelf-life of dragon fruit.
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Once considered an exotic novelty, dragon fruit has started making a more frequent appearance at grocery stores and farmers markets across the nation. With its striking appearance, fresh flavor, and easy preparation, it’s no wonder dragon fruit is a rising star among tropical fruits.

Lucky for us in Guam, it grows readily here and is easily cultivated in backyards. And with more consumer interest in natural, nutrient-dense foods, it presents both health and economic opportunities for local farmers, food makers, and households. July marks the start of peak dragon fruit season in Guam, so it’s a great time to learn a bit more about it and how to maximize its potential.

Read the full article at The Guam Daily Post