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100
Fall harvest season begins on this day of the year, also known as Labor Day.
What is September 1st
100
Name one of these sources of alternative energy that can help farms produce crops.
What is solar, wind, hydroelectric power, geothermal heat and biofuels.
100
This popular fall ingredient, originating in Central America, is part of the Curcurbita squash family, even though it's generally not considered a squash.
What is Pumpkin
100
Squash can last 3 months at room temperature, but will dry up quickly when refrigerated. They are incredibly versatile and can be the stars of soups, pastas, or even flatbreads. Name three types of squash.
What is butternut, delicata, acorn, kabocha, spaghetti, hubbard or sugar pumpkin.
100
This continent has more family owned farms and sustainable agriculture initiatives than anywhere else in the world. It's also where STA travel is giving someone a free trip to this afternoon.
What is Australia.
200
What is the chemical you spray on your crops to keep insects and other pests away.
What is insecticide.
200
Buying and selling food locally enriches community, minimizes energy production and protects air and soil quality. These specific people are ones who are passionate about buying their food locally.
What is a locavore.
200
"Blank" roasting on an open fire is a line of a holiday song dedicated to what ingredient.
What is chestnuts.
200
Pumpkins come in many shapes, sizes and colors. For cooking, this size pumpkin is preferable due to its naturally sweet and fleshy flavor.
What is a small sugar pumpkin
200
The autumn equinox takes place on September 22, the same time that this event in the sky takes place to our North. It's a series of cascading colors.
What is Aurora Borealis or "the northern lights."
300
This state is the one that uses more of its land for agriculture than any other. It's widely known as the "potato" state.
What is Idaho.
300
Chemical fertilizers can negatively effect soil and crop regeneration. Name one alternative "fertilizer" that benefits the soil and isn't chemically based.
What is manure or compost.
300
This often disliked fall ingredient, a cousin of cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli, has been gaining popularity these last few years. It's often found paired with bacon on restaurant menus.
What is brussel sprouts.
300
More than 100 types of this ingredient can be found in the U.S. It's vitamins and minerals have been known to keep the "doctor away." It pairs excellently with fatty meats like sausage and pork.
What is apples.
300
Agricultural land accounts for this percentage of America's wildlife habitat. It's also the same percentage of water that the human body is made up of.
What is 75%.
400
To avoid depleting their soil, farmers have adopted this new method of farming. The name is the same as many tall buildings we have here in Chicago.
What is vertical or "skyscraper" farming.
400
This unhealthy practice in farming is having a negative effect on the environment and ecosystem. It's when one particular type of crop is the only thing planted for acres, with no differentiation.
What is monoculture.
400
This ingredient/condiment, at its best in fall and winter, is actually a root vegetable. It's asian name is wasabi.
What is horseradish.
400
This ingredient is paired very well with fish, and in Italy, is often simply eaten raw and salted. It has a unique and undeniable licorice flavor.
What is fennel.
400
This fall ingredient, previously mentioned in this quiz, is known as "zuppa" in Italian.
What is pumpkin.
500
This percentage of corn and soybeans was genetically modified as of 2011. Get it right within 5%.
What is 88% to 94%.
500

Heavy use of pesticides elevates the risk of getting this disease. A disease that the lycopene antioxidant in tomatoes has been known to ward against.

What is cancer.

500

This game bird is cheap, plentiful in fall and low in fat. It's also paid tribute to in another Christmas song, with the line "Blank" in a pear tree.

What is partridge.

500

This food comes into season in September and October, and is often prepared with parsley, garlic butter, and/or mignonette sauces. 

What is oysters.

500
The time of harvest is a religious and spiritual time for man cultures. In China, this annual festival is always put on to celebrate it.
What is the moon festival.