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Explore fascinating food facts about three popular crops: bananas, corn, and blueberries. Bananas, cultivated in over 107 countries, are high in potassium and ripen after being picked green. Corn, also known as maize, has been grown since prehistoric times and is primarily produced in the U.S., China, and Brazil. Blueberries, native to North America with Maine as the largest producer, offer high nutrient content and are used in a variety of products like jellies, jams, pies, muffins, and snack foods. Discover the important role these foods play in our diets.
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Favorite Food Facts First and Last Name, Period # and ACE or BDF
Bananas • Cultivated throughout the tropics • Grown in at least 107 countries • High potassium content • Bananas are picked green and ripen upon delivery.
Corn • Also known as Maize • Grown since prehistoric times • Used in cooking as a vegetable or starch • Top producers • United States • China • Brazil
Blueberries • Native to North America • Maine-largest producer • High in nutrients • Products from blueberries • Jellies and jams • Pies and muffins • Cereal • Snack foods