New World crops

Definition

New World crops are plant species that originated in the Americas before being introduced to other parts of the world as part of the Colombian Exchange. They include important crops such as maize (corn), potatoes, tomatoes, tobacco.

Related terms

Cash Crops: Agricultural products grown primarily for export rather than personal consumption.

Globalization: The process of increasing interconnectedness among countries through various forms such as trade or cultural exchange.

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