1740 ⟶ Harsh Winter Hastens Potato Adoption in Europe

The harsh winter of 1740 damages many crops but not potatoes...
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🌾 Agriculture Reaches North-Eastern Europe

Agriculture reaches north-eastern Europe.⟶
Agriculture Reaches North-Eastern Europe (-4000)
AgricultureSpread of AgricultureEuropeCropsFarmingEarly AgricultureFood Production

🍉 Watermelons Widespread in Europe

Watermelons are widespread in Europe, as a minor garden crop.⟶
WatermelonEuropeGardeningEarly Modern PeriodAgricultureFood Cultivation

🥔 Government Mandates Potato Cultivation in Germany

The government mandates the cultivation of potatoes in Germany.⟶
Government Mandates Potato Cultivation in Germany (1651)
PotatoGermanyGovernmentAgricultureFood PolicyCultivation
GermanyGermany

🥔 British Royal Society Sponsors Potato Cultivation

The British Royal Society sponsors the cultivation of potatoes.⟶
British Royal Society Sponsors Potato Cultivation (1662)
PotatoAgricultureRoyal SocietyScientific AdvancementFood HistoryCultivation
United KingdomUnited Kingdom

🥔 Harsh Winter Hastens Potato Adoption in Europe

The harsh winter of 1740 damages many crops but not potatoes, hastening their adoption in Europe.⟶
PotatoEuropeWinterAgricultureAdoptionFood Security
GermanyGermanyFranceFrance

🇳🇱 Potatoes Become a Staple in Dutch Cuisine

Potatoes are finally firmly part of the Dutch cuisine.⟶
Potatoes Become a Staple in Dutch Cuisine (1794)
PotatoNetherlandsDutch Cuisine18th CenturyAgricultureStaple Food
NetherlandsNetherlands