Good gourd! A visit to the pumpkin capital of the world
Summary
Morton, Illinois, is known as the pumpkin capital of the world. It hosts an annual Pumpkin Festival and is home to the Libby's factory, which produces about 85 percent of the canned pumpkin sold globally.Key Facts
- Morton is called the pumpkin capital of the world.
- The town holds an annual Pumpkin Festival.
- Libby's factory in Morton makes 85% of the world's canned pumpkin.
- Pumpkin production is a major part of Morton's local economy.
- Orange is a common color there because of the pumpkin industry.
- The festival and industry attract visitors and attention to the town.
- CBS News correspondent Nancy Giles reported from Morton to highlight these facts.
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