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Year: Around 1519, Garrido introduced wheat, but his contributions extended into the 1600s through agricultural practices established during his time.  

Who: Juan Garrido (1480–1547)    

Where: Mexico (New Spain).  

What: Juan Garrido was a free Black African who participated in the Spanish conquest of Mexico. After settling in Mexico City, he became a successful farmer and is credited with planting the first wheat crop in the New World.   Garrido's introduction of wheat to the Americas had a long-lasting impact on agriculture and food production in the region.  

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