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Casa Grande Ruins National MonumentA cluster of Saguaro blossoms.
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Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
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The Hohokam grew corn using a sophisticated irrigation system.  

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Farmers have grown crops in the Salt and Gila River valleys for over 2000 years. The Hohokam produced corn, squash, beans, and cotton by creating a flood irrigation system with over 1000 miles of canals.
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Last Updated: April 09, 2008 at 14:37 EST