The English and French colonies of North America, lacking a sustainable native industry at first, moved further south in order to develop an agricultural base following the plantation system for growing _________, thus joining the Spanish and Portuguese exploitation of America's sub-tropical agricultural resources.

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The English and French colonies in North America initially lacked a sustainable native industry and moved further south to develop an agricultural base that relied on the plantation system. They focused on crops suitable for the subtropical climate they encountered, which included indigo and rice. These crops were integral to the plantation economy and were in high demand in Europe, making them lucrative for the colonies.

The English and French Colonies of North America, Lacking a Sustainable