People arriving in the colonies primarily aimed to grow tobacco, as it became a highly lucrative cash crop in the 17th century. Tobacco cultivation was especially prominent in Virginia and Maryland, where the demand in Europe fueled its profitability. This crop not only provided significant economic benefits but also shaped the social and labor dynamics in the colonies, leading to the establishment of plantation systems and the reliance on enslaved labor.
tobacco
There were several crops, but tobacco was the money crop.
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Virginia
Tobacco
They produced Sugar and Tobacco. When arriving in America, American Maize (basically corn), wheat, and potatoes become greatly popular too.
tobacco
tobacco
The cash crop list from several southern colonies included rice, corn, tea and coffee. However, tobacco was the main cash crop in most colonies.
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tobacco
There were several crops, but tobacco was the money crop.
Tobacco
Tobacco