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The history of arboriculture
Arboriculture, or the cultivation of fruit trees, is a sign of long-term attachment to a territory and is part of its organisation. It dates back to the Neolithic period and the cultivation techniques of Ancient Greece and Rome remained unrivalled for centuries. However, it was not until the 19th century that real enthusiasm for the practice developed. Conservatory orchards and national inventories of cultivated varieties were established during this period.