Florida Agriculture: Avocados and More
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What is the top-rated fruit with the highest fiber content according to the text?

  • Oranges
  • Avocados (correct)
  • Blueberries
  • Tangerines
  • Which state is NOT among the top 3 avocado-producing states in the United States according to the text?

  • Texas (correct)
  • California
  • Hawaii
  • Florida
  • How long does it take to grow a single avocado according to the text?

  • A year (correct)
  • One month
  • Quarter of a year
  • One week
  • Which Florida county produces the most avocados?

    <p>Miami-Dade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of green beans is known for its height, equivalent to 3 fully grown giraffes stacked on top of one another?

    <p>Pole beans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which months does Florida produce 100% of the U.S. green beans according to the text?

    <p>Winter months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method used to harvest sugarcane?

    <p>Hand harvesting with machetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many pounds of sugarcane can a skilled harvester harvest per hour?

    <p>1,100 pounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which months is sweet corn in peak season?

    <p>May - September</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many main types of tangerines are grown in Florida?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of a tangerine tree is primarily known for its bright orange color?

    <p>Fruit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many ears of corn can each stalk produce on average?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can bell peppers be?

    <p>2 to 6 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about bell peppers?

    <p>They are in the same family as tomatoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which state produces around 30% of all bell peppers grown in the U.S.?

    <p>Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color are bell peppers before they ripen?

    <p>Green</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the waxy coating on blueberries?

    <p>Bloom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is peak season for cabbage?

    <p>November to April</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about the pattern of Holstein cows?

    <p>They all have a unique pattern of spots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many gallons of milk does 1 cow produce per day?

    <p>around 6 gallons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of oranges are produced for making juice?

    <p>85%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of 'casein' in milk?

    <p>It is a type of protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city in Florida is known as the Potato Capital?

    <p>Hastings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many varieties of grapefruits are grown in the U.S.?

    <p>20+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason okra plants thrive?

    <p>Full sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about the way grapefruits grow?

    <p>They grow in clusters, like grapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many feet tall can dragon fruit plants grow?

    <p>Up to 20 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average length of okra pods?

    <p>2-3 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rank of potato consumption in the U.S.?

    <p>2nd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the okra type that is similar to 'Lady fingers'?

    <p>Clemson Spineless</p> Signup and view all the answers

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