Rice is grown in seven American States
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Mississippi- a feast for the soul |
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The rich, clay soil of the Mississippi Delta retains water. Farmers realised that rice was more suited than cotton to these conditions putting this state fifth in rice production. |
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| On Sundays, gospel music echoes from the country churches |
The fields of the Mississippi Delta are the birthplace of the Blues. The workers to cheer them in their work sang African tribal chants and "hollers", and their music is truly original to America. African influence extends to Mississippi's cuisine, which is a celebration of southern soul food featuring dishes such as grits, collard greens and Hoppin' John. |
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| The Mississippi is famous for its riverboats. | ||