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Cranberries: Wisconsin's other agribusiness.
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December 22, 2002
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Copyright informationCOPYRIGHT 2002 American Geographical Society. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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Native to North America, cranberries have long been part of the American culture. The deep ruby-red berries can be found gracing many a home as a seasonal decorative item or dinner dish. More and more Americans are enjoying the tart, refreshing taste of pure cranberry juice or juice blends. Almost 95% of the cranberry crop produced in the United States is used in juices and other food products; the remaining 5% is sold as fresh fruit (1). According to legend, the Pilgrim enjoyed cranberries at the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621. The earliest recorded recipes that include cranberries date back to the early 18th Century. In more recent years, the popularity of ...
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