Fresno, city in central California, seat of Fresno County, located at the hub of the state's fertile San Joaquin Valley, which is one of the richest farming areas in the United States. Fresno County is known as the raisin-producing capital of the world and produces more agricultural products than any other county in the United States. The region's Mediterranean climate, which includes a warm, dry season, and a cool, damp season, contributes to Fresno's agricultural bounty. The name Fresno, meaning “ash tree” in Spanish, was first applied to the nearby Fresno River because ash trees were seen growing along its banks. The city assumed the name in 1872 when the Central Pacific Railroad founded it as a station.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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