This historical account discusses the introduction and cultivation of the Spanish almond in America, highlighting the role of David Fairchild and the United States Bureau of Plant Industry. It delves into the economic and cultural impact the almond had in the United States and its growth in popularity as a food item. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of agriculture and food in America. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.