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Cucurbita moschata is a species originating in either Central America or northern South America. [2] It includes cultivars known as squash or pumpkin. C. moschata cultivars are generally more tolerant of hot, humid weather than cultivars of C. maxima or C. pepo.
Wild species of Cucurbita and the earliest domesticated species are native to North America (parts of present-day northeastern Mexico and the southern United States), but cultivars are now grown globally for culinary, decorative, and other culturally-specific purposes. [4] The pumpkin's thick shell contains edible seeds and pulp.
Illinois produced 41 percent of the nation’s pumpkin yield in 2020.
In New Mexico, 1.55 million tons of hay were grown in 2007. [9] In Nevada, over 90 percent of the cropland is used to grow hay. [12] Alfalfa hay is also the number one crop of Arizona. In 2008, Arizona's hay crop sold for $288 million. [13] Other than hay, the southwestern states do produce a good amount of crops which grow well in warm climates.
This fall, learn about different types of pumpkins including heirloom varieties like Jarrahdale and Cinderella. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors!
Location: Holland Civic Center Activities: As the seasons transition from summer to fall, so do offerings at the Holland Farmers Market. The market is open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays.
States with 4,500 to 7,400 acres (3,000 ha) devoted to pumpkin growing include: in the west, California; midwestern states Indiana and Michigan; and southern states Texas and Virginia. Prices range from US$35 to US$250 per 1000 pounds. The growers mainly produce ornamental or jack-o'-lantern pumpkins. [27]
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