seed dispersal

[Jim McClements, Dover, DE z6]

In a message dated 10/5/99 6:54:47 PM, simon.wills at TESCO.NET writes:

<< Slugs and snails seem to eat the red fruit here if it has collapsed to the
ground, leaving the seeds intact by the remains of the fruit head.   Wonder
whether this is the solution to burnt fingers when preparing our offerings
for the seedex?

Simon >>

Somehow, I would think that latex gloves are a bit more convenient!

Jim McClements