>>10949819>what makes them unsuitable as a staple crop?It is nearly a staple crop in some locations. However,
>>10950020 is really the only correct poster ITT.
>>10949927Mentioning monoculture is a moot point since all staple crops are grown as monocultures on industrial levels. Besides, that is easily mitigated by growing other things along side of the trees in the orchard. Regardless, the trees will get replaced every few years.
>>10950054>it's a pain in the ass to harvest tree crops with machinesApple harvesters are a thing(pic.)
>>10950015>>10950347>>10950354I vacuum seal my dehydrated apples so they keep for years. If I flushed the air out using argon gas then vacuum sealed and stored them in a cool place they would last decades.
