Peaches are a native to China. Peaches are enjoyed in desserts and appetizers with a perfect combination of flavor and nutrition. They are a good source of fiber. Georgia ranks highest in its production of about 70% of the peach trees and 83% of the state's production.
First cultivation: Peaches were first cultivated in ancient China.
Introduction to Greece: Peaches were introduced in Greece around 322 B.C. First grown in Georgia: Peaches were first grown in Georgia during the colonial period of the 1700s.
Peach State: After the Civil war, Georgia peach cultivators came up with new peach varieties and started commercial business and made Georgia a Peach State. |