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Which crops can be grown in The Bahamas despite its limited arable land?
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The Bahamas
The flag of The Bahamas was officially hoisted on July 10, 1973, the date of the nation's independence from the United Kingdom.
Although The Bahamas has limited arable land and shallow soils, its sunny climate is well-suited for the cultivation of various fruits. Despite the country's heavy reliance on imported foodstuffs, local farmers successfully grow a variety of crops, including:
- Tomato
- Pineapple
- Banana
- Mango
- Guava
- Sapodilla
- Soursop
- Grapefruit
- Sea grape1
While agriculture represents only a small portion of the national economy, these traditional farming practices persist in some villages, particularly on the southeastern islands.12