Which crops are grown in Bahia?
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Agriculture serves as a primary occupation for residents in the interior of Bahia. While the state's agricultural sector faced significant challenges from recurring droughts in the late 20th century, the implementation of irrigation has helped stabilize production.1
The diverse range of crops grown in Bahia includes:
- Sugarcane
- Cassava (manioc)
- Soybeans
- Coffee
- Tobacco
- Corn (maize)
- Cotton
- Cacao (the source of cocoa beans)
- Sisal1
Historically, the region has been a significant producer of cacao, particularly in the area surrounding Ilhéus, which long served as one of the world's most important cacao ports before the crop experienced a decline in the late 20th century.12