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crop plants  

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  • Crop plants are vegetables that are grown primarily for food or fodder. They include species of the Liliopsida (monocot) family such as maize, rice, garlic, and onions, and the Magnoliopsida (dicot) family, such as lettuces, beans, cabbages, and potatoes. [Source: Encyclopedia of Environment and Society; Crop Plants]

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