Quick Facts 5
Who Knew!?
- In 2004, approximately 4.2 pounds of sweet potatoes per capita were consumed annually in the U.S. In 1943, per capita consumption was 21.7 pounds.
- Carrots have the highest content of beta carotene (vitamin A) of all vegetables
- Rutabaga is believed to be a cross between the turnip and cabbage, and to have originated during the Middle Ages in Europe.
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