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The Mississippi river was important to farmers because it provided a water source for their plants and animals. It was good that they were open to water because it helped their crops grow. Also if it is near the water, there will be many nutrients in the soil.
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∙ 8y agoYes, the Mississippi River was important to Western Farmers because it was a good way for travel North-South so they could transport their crops. Also, it was helpful for irrigation of the crops if their farm was within 100 miles or so because there are so many tributaries and it is so large itself.
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∙ 8y agoIt provided and still provides an excellent transportation route for shipment to the eastern population centers and to other world markets.
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What land did the US buy to guarantee access to the Mississippi River for western farmers?
The Louisiana Purchase.
What river is the western border of the state of lllinois?
Mississippi River
Why was the closing of the mouth of the Mississippi river a devastating to economic of western farmers?
Western farmers and merchants were furious because they used the Mississippi River to send goods to eastern and foreign markets. Congress tried to work out an agreement with Spain, but the plan did not receive a majority vote in Congress.
Why was the mississippi river so important to the western settlers?
The Mississippi River opened boat and barge service that allowed farmers to sell there crops for cash. These crops were then transported down river to Gulf Coast seaports and shipped to Northern and Overseas Markets. This cash in turn, allowed he farmers to purchase goods and equipment that had been shipped up the river. Additionally, the river offered a source of fresh water for livestock and crops.
What right did the Spanish allow the western farmers?
They permitted the westerners to transport their produce down the Mississippi River for sale.
What Southern port city on the Mississippi River was vital for the growth of western farmers and their trade?
New Orleans, Louisiana
What river is the western border of the state or Illinois?
The Mississippi River.
Which river is the western border of Illinois?
Illinois is bordered by the Mississippi River on the west.
Is the Mississippi river in Tennessee?
The Mississippi River is the western border of Tennessee.
What is the name of the river that forms much of Mississippi's western borders?
Sabine River
What was an important issues for many western in the early 1800?
It was the use of the Mississippi River and the Port of New Orleans
Does the Mississippi river form from the eastern or western boundaryof Illinois?
The Mississippi River forms the western boundary of Illinois.
