Growing region

– Examples:
– American Corn Belt, Philippine coconut landscape, and Malayan rubber landscape are examples of growing regions dominated by a particular crop.
– Queensland and New South Wales of Australia have diverse crop production including wheat, barley, oilseeds, sorghum, and maize due to high soil fertility and seasonal rainfall.
– Most crops are cultivated in several distinct regions globally, enabled by regional or unique microclimates.
– Growing regions are often oriented along latitudes, known as belts in the United States.
– Traditional staple crop growing regions often exhibit strong cultural cohesiveness.

– References:
– Spencer, J.E; Horvath, R.J (1963) explored the origins of agricultural regions.
– Grains Research and Development Corporation provides information on growing regions.

– See also:
– American Viticultural Area (AVA) regions in Viticulture are specialized geographic areas.
– European wine appellations of Protected Geographical Status are another type of wine region.
– List of wine-producing regions.
– Geographical indication.
– Growing season and growing degree-day are related concepts.

– Importance of Growing Region:
– Geographic areas with specific climate, soil conditions, and agricultural practices favorable for crop cultivation.
– Can be dominated by a single crop or have diverse crop production based on environmental factors.
– Essential for ensuring climate consistency for crop cultivation.
– Growing regions often have a significant impact on cultural practices and traditions.
– Livestock distribution is historically limited to regions with suitable fodder growing conditions.

– Specialized Growing Regions:
– AVA regions in Viticulture and European wine appellations are examples of specialized growing regions.
– Different regions may have unique microclimates enabling specific crop cultivation.
– Growing regions can vary in scale, from large areas with regional climates to small areas with unique microclimates.
– The need for climate consistency in growing regions leads to the orientation along latitudes.
– Growing regions play a crucial role in the production of specific crops and maintaining agricultural traditions.