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Which crops are grown in the humid subtropical areas of Transcaucasia?

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Snow-covered peaks and ridges of the Caucasus Mountains in Russia stretch across the landscape under a pale sky. — Caucasus Caucasus Mountains in Russia.

In the humid subtropical lowlands and foothills of Transcaucasia, the primary crops grown include:

Tea12
Citrus fruits12
Oil-bearing tung trees12
Bamboo12

These regions benefit from a climate characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers, which provides favorable conditions for these specific agricultural products. Other crops, such as tobacco, grapes, and various fruits, are also cultivated in the broader Transcaucasian region, though they are not restricted to the humid subtropical zones.3412