The native Americans planted three sisters (corn, beans, and squash) together so that they would benefit each other. The corn provides a structure for the beans to climb. The beans provide the nitrogen to the soil, and the squash spreads along the ground preventing weeds.
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The first Ronald McDonald was Willard Scott in 1963.
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The onion is named after the Latin word 'unio' meaning large pearl.
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A cauliflower that weighs almost 72.5kg has broken the world record by almost 3kg.
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There is a fruit called The Miracle Berry that, when eaten, causes sour foods to taste sweet, and has been used to treat diabetes, among other things.
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Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches were originally considered a delicacy, only enjoyed by those of the upper class.
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