Why are peaches the state fruit of Georgia?

Georgia designated the peach as the official state fruit in 1995. Georgia-grown peaches are recognized for their superior flavor and texture. read more

Georgia designated the peach as the official state fruit in 1995 (Georgia also recognizes a state vegetable, a state crop, and an official prepared food). All State Foods Georgia's nickname is"The Peach State" because of its reputation for producing the highest quality fruit. read more

From Georgia Peach: Official State Fruit: Franciscan monks introduced peaches to St. Simons and Cumberland Island in the 16th century. Cherokee Indians grew peaches here in the 18th century. Raphael Moses, a Columbus planter, was marketing peaches in Georgia in 1851 and gets credit for being the first to sell peaches successfully outside the South. read more

Georgia Peach: Official State Fruit April 7, 1995 - St. Simons Island, Cumberland Island, Columbus Georgia is called the Peach State, but the fruit has been part of our history long before there was a Georgia. read more