May 10, 2010
Study Finds Midwest Could Profit by Growing Fruit, Vegetables

The Midwest is known more for growing corn than cauliflower, but if its farmers raised the fruit and vegetables eaten in the Heartland, they could create thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in income, according to a recent study. Associated Press

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