MICHIGAN
The apple blossom is the official state flower of Michigan.
The world's largest registered Holstein dairy herd can be found in Elsie, Michigan.
Berrien Springs, Michigan, is known as the Christmas Pickle Capital of the World.
Eau Claire, Michigan, is known as the Cherry Pit Spitting Capital of the World.
Michigan has almost 4 million cherry trees, producing about 150-200 pounds of tart cherries on each tree.
The first soda pop made in the U.S. was Vernor's Ginger Ale, created in Detroit, Michigan in 1866.
Battle Creek, Michigan is the Cereal Capital of the World. It is home to Kellogg, Post and Ralston Purina cereal plants.
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