Florida's semitropical climate means a year-round growing season and plenty of tropical fruits. Mangoes, guavas, and passion fruit grow in the state. Many common fruits and vegetables grown in the northern states have lean seasons, and harvests continue through winter and early spring. Winter strawberries come from Florida, as do wintergreen beans and eggplants [spam link]. Floridians need to adjust their "seasonal cooking" accordingly. Florida is flooding farmers' markets. However, not all markets are equal in terms of local produce