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Which crops are major cash crops in Tonga?
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In Tonga, agriculture serves as the mainstay of the economy. The primary cash crops that drive the nation's agricultural sector are:
- Squash
- Coconuts
- Bananas
- Vanilla beans1
While these represent the main cash crops, other significant agricultural products grown in the country include yams, taro, cassava, corn (maize), watermelons, pineapples, breadfruit, limes, and tomatoes. These goods are often consumed domestically, though agricultural exports remain a vital component of the Tongan economy, with key trade destinations including New Zealand, Japan, Australia, and the United States.1