Which crops and products were part of the ancient Roman economy

Since farming was a large part of the Roman economy, many of the exports were food or products made from crops. Grapes, oil, and grain were a few of the major exports. From these crops, items such as olive oil, wine, and cereals were also made and exported. Other exports included pottery and papyrus (paper)

assuming that by westerners you mean americans. that they were mean and controlling and abusive to its peasants.

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