Sunday, July 27, 2014

What crops did the ancient Greeks grow and what animals did they raise on their farmland?

The ancient Greeks had three primary crops.  These were barley/wheat, grapes, and olives.  These were crops that grew well in the climate.  Grapes were used for making wine.  Barley and wheat were used to make bread and porridges.  Olives were used to make olive oil.  This was used for cooking and also to light oil lamps.  They also grew vegetables and fruits.  Other common secondary crops were beans, garlic, and onions.  Fruit trees such as apple and fig were also grown.


Goats and sheep were two animals that were raised on ancient Greek farms.  Both animals could provide wool, meat, and milk.  Chickens and pigs could also be found on Greek farms.  Both provided meat and chickens provided eggs.  Ancient Greeks survived on a diet that was not heavy on meat, however.

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