On this day in 1932, Illinois farmer James Markham received the first fruit tree patent for his hybrid peach tree.

<p>On this day in 1932, Illinois farmer James Markham received the first fruit tree patent for his hybrid peach tree.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

The first fruit tree patent is issued - February 16th, 1932

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