Major Crops of the Mediterranean Region

Key Agricultural Products

The Mediterranean climate supports diverse crops:

• Wheat – bread, pasta (Italy, France, Spain, Turkey)
• Barley – bread, beer (Italy, France, Spain, Greece)
• Corn (Maize) – polenta, cornmeal (Italy, Spain, Greece)
• Tomatoes – sauce, ketchup (Italy, Spain, Greece)
• Olives – oil, soap (Italy, Spain, Greece)
• Grapes – wine, raisins (Italy, France, Spain, Greece)
• Citrus Fruits – oranges, lemons, grapefruit (Italy, Spain, Greece)
• Melons – watermelon, cantaloupe (Italy, Spain, Greece)

Many other fruits, vegetables, and herbs thrive, creating the region's renowned cuisine.