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Maca isn't something most people can grow in their backyard. When we were wondered where to buy maca for our online store, we knew we wanted to find an authentic, organic source. The maca plant is native to the Andes mountains in Peru, and grows at elevations of around 13,000 feet above sea level which means it can withstand some widely varied temperatures. We developed relationships with maca growers in Peru and began a mutually beneficial relat… Read more

As one of the worldwide leaders in Maca products, we are often asked what is important to know before you buy Maca.  We've distilled the most relevant and important facts down to 3.   Here they are: 1.  Maca is a food that has been used in Peru and Bolivia for 1000s of years.   It's important to keep in mind that it is not a supplement or vitamin or even an herb.  Indeed it is a food - in fact the FDA classifie… Read more

Maca is a hardy plant that grows in the high Andes of Peru and Bolivia.It has been used for thousands of years as a food for both animals and people.Although the leaves of the Maca plant are edible and contain some nutrients, it is the root of the plant that is most valued.Maca is typically planted in August/September.8-9 months later the roots are harvested.The harvest occurs in the late winter and early spring and as the roots are pulled from t… Read more