FRANCE
Irrigated agriculture in France:
The main agricultural crops in France are wheat, corn, sugar, wine,
apple trees, pear trees, plums, peaches, apricots and vegetables.
The majority of irrigated crops are grown in southwestern France.
Greenhouse cultivation in France:
Most greenhouse crops are tomato, cucumber, strawberry, eggplant,
lettuce, zucchini, radish, and bell pepper.
Controlled irrigation and temperature are essential for good production.
Most with drip irrigation.
Traditionally, each region has its own cuisine:
Northwest cuisine uses butter, Creme Fraiche, and apple;
Southwestern cuisine uses oil, duck fat, foie gras, mushrooms, and
wine.
Southeastern cuisine is characterized by Italian influences and is
served with olives, fine herbs, and tomatoes.
Northern cuisine is characterized by Belgian influences and is
served from potatoes, pork, beans, and beer.
Eastern cuisine, characterized by German influences, is served with
bacon, sausages, beer, and sauerkraut.
