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the production of fruits and nuts
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Pomology
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the study of crops
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Agronomy
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what % of land is used for agriculture in IL
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75%
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a plant that is grown on a large scale for either food or fiber
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crop
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a plant that is grown for its ability to be formed into clothing
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fiber crop
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an agriculture product that is sold and traded
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export
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growing and raising of plants and animals to improve the quality of life of humans
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agriculture
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how many people can the American farmer can feed
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over 140
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Il is ranked #3 for producing which crop
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popcorn
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when plants are put around a house it is called the
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landscape
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Il ranks 2nd in the country for
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corn and soybean production
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the production and processing of small fruits and vegs
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olericulture
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Il is the leading producer of
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pumpkins
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a good that is brought into the country
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import
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a good that is sent out of the country
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export
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