The humble date has been a cultivated fruit for 4,000 years and is still considered a delicacy in many lands. The Biblical reference to the “land of milk and honey” is believed by scholars to refer to the honey from the date fruit, not a honey bee. ( Photo: Carole Raddato/Wikimedia Commons) Dating Dates: A 4,000-Year-Old Fruit, with Biblical Roots It has humble roots, but a grand name: “the tree of life,” and its history stretches back thousands of years. The date may... News 02 May 2025 | 04:55
