Land

=Geography= ====Geography in some ways is the biggest factor that influences what we eat. Understanding the geography of a region often lends an understanding of the types of foods and dishes that are common in that area.====

The location of the region along with prominent geographical features such as rivers, mountains, desserts and grasslands have a major influence on the foods that are available and bountiful. Climate, conditions of the land and other natural resources, such as water availability, also influence the foods that are available in a particular region.

Questions such as: Is there water to grow crops? Can animals thrive here for meat? What is the climate like? Is the land "farmable" Is there water nearby to provide seafood and fresh fish?

Consider our local region and some of the foods that are a common part of most Central Pennsylvanians' diet:
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Meat - plenty of farmland for animals to graze Fruits, Vegetables and Dairy - rich and plentiful agricultural land. Fresh produce is available from late spring (May) through late fall (early November) Fresh Seafood - Atlantic Coast located within a few hours

Before modern day advances made many foods available year round, residents of the mid atlantic region ate foods that were in season according to the climate of each season. Several examples - strawberries were fresh and ripe from May through the end of June. Apples were grown and harvested from August through November.

Apples are processed in sauce and butter to prolong their shelf life and availability. Strawberries are canned as jam or frozen to make by-products of these fresh foods available year round.


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