Houghton Mifflin Social Studies
Chapter 9, Lesson 1: Farming in the San Joaquin Valley (pp. 170-173)
I. Rich Soil
B. Plants grow well in the rich soil in the valley.
C. Crops can grow year round in this warm climate.
II. Working the Land
B. Farmers help plants grow by adding fertilizers to the soil.
C. Many farmers control weeds and insects with safe chemicals.
B. Products are packed and shipped by trucks and trains that transport the products throughout the country.
Lesson at a Glance Outline
A. One half of all the fresh fruits, nuts, and vegetables in the United States is grown in the San Joaquin Valley.
A. Farmers irrigate the land when there is not much rain.
III. Harvesting the Crops
A. Crops are harvested by machines or by hand.
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