New York a royal and rich colony had strong economy. The economy was great not because it was ruled by the English, but because of the rich soil and the many animals used for furs. The
New York colony was known for its great soil to grow tobacco, corn and wheat. Tobacco and corn were sold in large quantities because animals and people could eat it. Tobacco was used to smoke and it was shipped back to
Europe as one of the greatest crop. A huge income was furs from the animals such as beavers and deer which were sold as clothing and accessories as a symbol of riches.
