Market gardeners trained in both agriculture and water management were common in rural China. Market gardening was a vital component of producing the urban food supply of China. It involves producing fruits and vegetables that can command a high price in usually urban areas on small farm plots and bringing them to the market. Many Chinese migrated to Australia and New Zealand in the 19th century and established market gardens there as well. These gardeners were responsible for introducing a whole host of new fruits and vegetables to these countries as well as establishing thriving Chinese communities. Market gardens survive and are thriving all over the world. |
