Ohio - The Birthplace of the Tomato

Ohio's state fruit is the tomato, designated in 2009. Though commonly mistaken for a vegetable, the tomato is a fruit botanically and has played a significant role in Ohio's agriculture and economy. The state is known for producing large quantities of tomatoes, particularly in regions like northwest Ohio, where the rich soil and favorable climate support cultivation. Ohio even hosts the annual Tomato Festival in Reynoldsburg, celebrating its history as the birthplace of the commercial tomato industry in the U.S.