Tobacco Production
Definition
This refers to the cultivation of tobacco as a cash crop, primarily in the southern colonies during the 17th and 18th centuries. It was a major economic driver for colonial America.
Analogy
Think of tobacco production like a popular video game that everyone wants to play. Just like how this game drives sales for gaming consoles, tobacco drove the economy of colonial America.
Related terms
Cash Crop: A crop produced mainly for selling rather than for the farmer's own use.
Plantation System: A system where crops were grown on large estates or plantations, typically using forced labor or slavery.
Colonial Economy: The economic practices and industries of America's colonies, such as farming, fishing, and trading.
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