The Peach, or Durazno, has a storied history in Georgia. The sweet fruit first made its way to Georgia in 1571 when Franciscan monks introduced peaches to St. Simons and Cumberland islands. Peaches also have a large significance in Mexican agriculture and cuisine. The peach is the most important fruit species that is cultivated in central and southern Mexico due to the wide distribution and high local demand. The Durazno serves as a cultural bridge in Rome, connecting our deep and powerful Latino community to our historic agricultural success.