Professor Torbert’s Orange Corn grits headed to Kennedy Space Center
On Nov. 8, grits made from Purdue University professor Torbert Rocheford’s variety of biofortified corn, more commonly known as orange corn due to its vibrant color, were featured at Taste of Space, an event at the Kennedy Space Center on Merritt Island, Florida. The event celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 12 moon landing and showcase cuisines from around the country.