How did the Columbian Exchange affect farming in the Americas?

A. New crop varieties took the place of traditional crops ...

B. Less land was needed to grow food for the population.

C. Food from other lands caused Americans to stop farming.

D. Foreign animals were mixed with native animals to create new breeds.

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23 October, 12:28

How did the Columbian Exchange affect farming in the Americas?

A. New crop varieties took the place of traditional crops ...

B. Less land was needed to grow food for the population.

C. Food from other lands caused Americans to stop farming.

D. Foreign animals were mixed with native animals to create new breeds.

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The Columbian Exchange introduced exotic crops like corn, white potatoes, sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes, peanuts and blueberries to Europe. Non-native grains like wheat, barley and rice became commonplace on American soil and increased the variety of crops that could be stored through the winter.