Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure
6.21.
Cherries on tree and ripe cherries in inset.
Figure
6.22.
Major nutrient content of temperate fruits. (From data in USDA National Nutrient
Database for Standard Reference, Release 17. http:
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www.nal.usda.gov
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fnic
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foodcomp
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SR17
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reports
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sr17page.htm.)
6.7
BERRIES
6.7.1 Climatic Adaptation
Berries are most often grown in temperate regions, although they are also grown to a
lesser extent in subtropical areas. In high-altitude tropical areas they may also be
grown successfully.
