Avocado is originated in southern Mexico before coming to California in 19th century. In the past Avocado was introduced by Judge RB, Ord of Santa Barbara when he brought a tree from Mexico. Moreover, “Avocados were unfamiliar to most Americans until the mid-1900s, when growers of the subtropical fruit successfully convinced many Americans to try it”. More and more farmers as well as growers in California in 1900s saw the potential of Avocado for commercial activities and since then, many Avocados have been hunted for its varieties.
In English, Avocado is an Alligator Pear because it has a green skin and a pear- like shape. It is the genus of Persea in the Lauraceae family. They are cultivated in tropical areas where the climates are mostly hot throughout the world. It has become a successful cash crop in California
The first reason why we should name Avocado as the state fruit of California is cultivation.
California is the third largest state in the US in terms of area after Alaska and Texas. Its climate are mostly cool, rainy in the winter and hot, dry in the summer. Those climate conditions are very suitable for avocado which specifies as a dense and green tree. In California, avocado can easily reach its flushes due to the warm and sunny weather.
Many individual thought that Avocado is vegetable, it is a fruit instead. Avocado is a fruit containing many nutrition such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, etc, which is really good for our health. In addition, it contains no sodium and cholesterol- the factors causing high blood pressure
Moreover, Avocado lives in the “aerated” soils conditions. These soils and climates condition are available only in the tropical countries. Due to the weather and living condition in ...
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...this roll begins in 1960s Los Angeles where a lot of Japanese immigrants reside. The traditional sushi roll does not have any avocados, instead it only has rice, seaweed and tuna. At that time, there was a Japanese chef - Ichiro Mashita, substituted tuna fish in their roll by avocado due to its texture was perfect for replacing tuna. The roll created a new way of food experience by combining California ingredient ( Avocado) and Asian food. In addition, Sushi as well as the roll of California popularize throughout the US. Similarly, there are Avocado in other foods also such sandwiches, pizza, salad and other foods such as tacos, sushi.
Because of this similarity, we can proudly say that Avocado is a state fruit of California because of its variety in multi-culture food. California not only that place popularize Avocado but also the origin of many well-known food.
As you grab that head of lettuce from your local grocery store, you might have thought
Rendón, Dr. Oscar Hugo Pedraza. “Quality of the Avocado Exporting Companies to the United States of America,” World Avocado Congress. Abstracts A-48 V. 2003.
The pathos in this commercial is the long-standing myth that avocados are an unhealthy edible product. The pathos led to the state of paranoia and doubtful emotions. The system in which the commercial portrayed the pathos is through well-known different myths, superstitions, government cover-ups, and tall tales. All of this is building anticipation for the reveal of the product or service that is unknown at this point to the viewer.
Bright sunshine to frigid snow, all within hours of travel. A place for everyone, all ages, all cultures, all types of people. When choosing a place to live, we decide on the one that pleases us and our busy lives. For those who enjoy constant activity and sunny warm beaches, California and Florida tend to be on their list. Once learning all that California has to offer, they will jump on the decision to pack their bags and head for their new home. California offers exploration and something new every day. “If they can’t do it in California, it can’t be done anywhere.” -Taylor Caldwell (Fun Quotes about California by Stephen Frank, www.capolitical news.com)
Spain is in the southwestern part of Europe and to the east of the Mediterranean Sea. There are a large variety of fruits and vegetables grown in Spain. Food From Spain lists peaches, cherries, ioquats, apricots, nectarines, plums, apples, pears, grapes, wheat, and olives as fruits grown in Spain. There are also many others, but these specific fruits are only from Spain. A Melocoton de Calanda is a Spanish peach found in northeastern Spain. Cerezas de la Montana de Alicante is a sweet red cherry found in the jerte Valley in Extremadura of Spain. Ioquats are sweet, slightly acidic, and have a strong leathery skin. Certain types of apricots, nectarines, and plums also come from Spain. Apples from Asturias, Castile-Leon, and Catalonia of northern Spain are “generally considered superior (foodfromspain).” Pears are originally from Asia Minor, but grow well in inland Spain. Grapes, wheat, and olives play a major role in Spanish cuisine as well. Grapes are used for wine and oil. Olives are in abundance and are eaten and used for oil. Olive oil serves many uses in Spanish cuisine.
I will examine the importation of tomatoes from Mexico and the social and economic impact it has on the indigenous people involved in its production. I shall also examine the logistics required for it to reach American consumers and the everyday importance of this commodity in the daily lives of Americans.
• California Department of food and agriculture (2014). California Agricultural Production Statistics Retrieved from http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/statistics/
It originates from Medellin, which is located in the Antioquia region. It is a plate made up of rice, ground meat, pork rinds, plantains, fried eggs, chorizo, arepa, avocado and red beans. In this dish one can see the history of Colombia. For instance the pork rinds and chorizo came from the Spanish conquistadors. The avocado came from the Brazilians. The chorizo, pork rinds, and plantain are all fried in oil, a cooking method taught by the African slaves. In addition, one can see how the region influenced the dish as it has red beans, a food that is well known in the Antioquia region where Ls Bandeja Paisa originated from. In conclusion, one can learn a lot about a culture through its food and
Most Americans have their favorite place to live or visit whether it be at a coastline or the mountains. The two states that are most favored by Americans are Florida and California. These are the biggest when it comes down to tourist attractions. There are many factors to consider when comparing California to Florida such as housing, weather, food, culture, and beaches.
In the early 1800s, the French Count Odet Philippe brought citrus trees from the West Indies to Florida (Joyner 3). He decided to plant the first grove ever in the history of Florida in Tampa. Furthermore, Citrus became the reason Florida expanded with settlers. All around the northern tip of Florida there were groves; until Mother Nature made it turn for the worse. In 1894, there was a disaster known as “The Great Freeze.” From oranges to lemons; everything was killed! It took nearly fifteen years for Florida to recover from this tragedy. When the crop finally came back, it was stronger than ever!
In general, California is very well known for countless things that make it a famous, notable state and establish their society. California is one of the most populated states in the USA with it’s 38.8 million people, and 10.1 million specifically in Los Angeles. It is the third largest state and would be the 34th most populated if it was it’s own country. There economy is centered on technology and finance as it contains most movie
California, just like the rest of the states of this country is unique. The large populated country known as California has history, an economy and other things that make California the special country that it is today.
Agave tequilana is used due to its high inulin concentration, low fiber content, and abundance of chemical compounds that contribute to tequila’s final taste and flavor. This species of agave grows best in the areas surrounding the city of Tequila because climate and soil conditions are ideal: 3-47 Co (optimal temperature of 26 Co), annual rainfall of 800-900 mm yearly and fertile soil of shallow depth (30 to 40 centimeters) (2,3). Additionally, agaves grown in the highlands region have a sweeter aroma and taste than the lowlands regions, which have an herbaceous flavor and odor (4).
The fruits of citrus plants are known to grow on evergreen trees in subtropical areas worldwide that produce fruits with a variety of colors and shapes. Cross sections of the fruit show several identifiable layers. The outermost skin or rind, which normally exhibits a bright yellow or orange color, is the endocarp or flavedo. The endocarp protects the fruit from damage while secreting essential oils that give the fruit its characteristic odor (UNCTAD 2014). A white, spongy tissue known as the mesocarp (albedo) forms the second layer; it makes up the peel of the fruit and is typically removed before consumption (UNCTAD 2014)....
Oranges are grown in many countries in the world. Some of these countries are: Brazil, the United States of America, China, EU-27, Mexico, Egypt, Turkey, South Africa, Morocco, Vietnam, Costa Rica, Argentina, Australia, Guatemala, Israel, Malaysia, Mozambique, Japan, Brazil, etc. The top three producers of oranges are: Brazil with 16,600 MT, the United states with 7,602 MT, and China with 7,000 MT. These countries contribute greatly to the worldwide production of oranges. Most oranges grow best in moist, tropical/subtropical climates. Oranges require high nitrogen fertilizers to thrive. Most oranges are grown in flat lands or plains. Oranges are require soil that is loose and is very deep. Oranges are able to grow at temperatures ranging from 55 degrees Fahrenheit to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Orange trees do not produce oranges during the winter months. The average size of a farm in Florida is 195 acres, and it has a total of 9.2 million acres of farmland. The labor force of Florida's orange farms consists mainly of illegal Mexican immigrants. These workers are paid at a rate of 70-90 cents per 90 pound box. They earn less than 75 dollars each day. Some farmers in Florida are turning to machines for cheap labor. These machines are more efficient than the immigrant workers. This decreases the amount of time needed to pick many oranges. These new machines are called "canopy shakers". A company called Southern Gardens Citrus is vertically integrating farms into its company. This company has more than 16,500 acres of groves with 1.8 million orange trees. In order to thrive, orange trees need high levels of direct sunlight. Orange trees can continue to survive with small amounts of shade coveri...