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- Rich soil (enables farmers to grow crops such as corn, wheat and soybeans)

- Mineral resources (iron ore, coal, lead and zinc)

Back in the 1800s, this region was famous for manufacturing. Towns like Cleveland and Detroit made steel and automobiles. Over time, the factories grew out-dated. Many closed down, and thousands lost their jobs.

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