Florida Agriculture: Avocados and More

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What is the top-rated fruit with the highest fiber content according to the text?

Avocados

Which state is NOT among the top 3 avocado-producing states in the United States according to the text?

Texas

How long does it take to grow a single avocado according to the text?

A year

Which Florida county produces the most avocados?

Miami-Dade

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

Pole beans

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

Winter months

What is the primary method used to harvest sugarcane?

Hand harvesting with machetes

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

1,100 pounds

During which months is sweet corn in peak season?

May - September

How many main types of tangerines are grown in Florida?

Four

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

Fruit

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

Three

How long can bell peppers be?

2 to 6 inches

What is true about bell peppers?

They are in the same family as tomatoes

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

Florida

What color are bell peppers before they ripen?

Green

What is the name of the waxy coating on blueberries?

Bloom

When is peak season for cabbage?

November to April

What is unique about the pattern of Holstein cows?

They all have a unique pattern of spots

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

around 6 gallons

What percentage of oranges are produced for making juice?

85%

What is the purpose of 'casein' in milk?

It is a type of protein

Which city in Florida is known as the Potato Capital?

Hastings

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

20+

What is the main reason okra plants thrive?

Full sun

What is unique about the way grapefruits grow?

They grow in clusters, like grapes

How many feet tall can dragon fruit plants grow?

Up to 20 feet

What is the average length of okra pods?

2-3 inches

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

2nd

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

Clemson Spineless

Explore the rich diversity of crops in Florida agriculture, with a focus on avocados. Learn about the different types of avocados grown in Miami-Dade and Collier counties, as well as other crops like blueberries, oranges, and tomatoes.

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