A harvest sown and reaped on the same...

Riddle: A harvest sown and reaped on the same day in an unplowed field. Which increases without growing, and remains whole though it is eaten within and without. It is useless and yet the staple of nations.

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Four men were playing golf. Their names were Mr. Black, Mr. White, Mr. Brown, and Mr. Blue. The caddy asked them their names at the first hole. One of them, Mr. Brown, told him a lie. The first golfer mentioned, “The second golfer is Mr. Black.” The second golfer said, “I am not Mr. Blue.” The third golfer replied, “Mr. White is the fourth golfer.” The fourth golfer did not say anything. Which golfer is Mr. Blue?