Early+Crops+of+the+Americas

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Several crops originated in the Americas. Here are a few examples, with regions and dates of origin.

Corn (7000 BC)
Corn is widely used in the modern world. Most people have probably eaten a product containing corn at some point. It can be used in many forms. Corn can be eaten straight, either raw or cooked. It can also be dried and made into grits or corn meal. It's very versatile, nutritious, and unique.

Common Bean (4000 BC)
Beans come in many varieties and have been around for a very long time. They come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. They are high in protein and a necessity for non-meat nourishment.

Cotton (5000 BC)
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