In this video, I demonstrate how to create a tool from a giant cane stem to safely harvest thorny prickly pear fruit from the Opuntia cactus. After securing the stem with purple cordage and using ...

The Opuntia (prickly pear) cactus is a genus native to the Americas, known for its small spines or glochids that can irritate the skin. Care should be taken when harvesting prickly pears. A simple ...

Iman Clark, CEO of Prickly Pear Health, says she had an epiphany that eventually led her to TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. It was around nine years ago. She moved from ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

The Prickly Pear Land Trust last week secured a new conservation easement on a 271-acre Montana City parcel on the south side of Mt. Ascension frequented by elk. One third of the nonprofit’s 30 ...

If you're like me and love hiking and discovering the unexpected along a trail, head to Ocean View, Delaware, to hike the Prickly Pear Trail. Unless it's a popular hike that ends up on my bucket list, ...

Each year, the Prickly Pear Harvest Package at the Tanque Verde Ranch offers a truly unforgettable experience in the heart of the Saguaro-studded desert. Guided by an expert, participants will explore ...

Question: I recently bought my first home in Santa Rosa. The backyard has a prickly pear cactus that’s about 6 feet tall. Since it’s the first time I’ve owned one, can you share information about it ...