Expert: Andy Mendyk - 1/4/2009

Question
In Aruba they don't produce any vegetables and fruts.I undestand it's becouse there is no soil. But if they bring soil can they grow vegetables or fruits? Or there is another reason for it?

Answer
Hi Marina...The Aruban land is mostly coral and sand. Also, being an arid Island, rainfall is a consideration even if soil is bought in. However, being in desert conditions, Aruba is one of the major producers of Aloe, which grows well in their climate/soil conditions.
They are well know for aloe and the products that come from it.