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Fast Facts About Thanksgiving 2009
November 25, 2009 01:15
We have two documents to share.
1) Of course, the Thanksgiving 2009 "Fact for Features" compilation of statistics from the U.S. Census.
Here are a Few Examples of What You'll Find:
709 million pounds
The forecast for U.S. cranberry production in 2009. Wisconsin is expected to lead all states in the production of cranberries, with 400 million pounds, followed by Massachusetts (190 million). New Jersey, Oregon and Washington are also expected to have substantial production, ranging from 16 million to 54 million pounds.
13.8 pounds
The quantity of turkey consumed by the typical American in 2007, with a hearty helping devoured at Thanksgiving time. Per capita sweet potato consumption was 5.2 pounds.
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Number of places in the United States named after the holiday’s traditional main course. Turkey, Texas, was the most populous in 2008, with 456 residents, followed by Turkey Creek, La. (361) and Turkey, N.C. (272). There are also nine townships around the country named Turkey, three in Kansas.
Again, these three examples are only a "taste" of what you'll find in the full document.
2) Next, a "Spotlight on Statistics" report (lots of charts) about Thanksgiving from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Sections Include:
+ Bringing Home the Turkey
+ Turkey Prices – The Producer Price Perspective
+ Volunteers
+ Thanksgiving Means Football
+ Holiday Shopping Season
Sources: U.S. Census and U.S. Department of Labor
See Also: Why do turkeys have dark and white meat?
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