Agriculture in Roman North Africa

Abstract

This chapter examines the development of agriculture in Roman North Africa, from the time of the late Roman Republic into late antiquity. It considers agricultural regimes practiced in Africa, including dry farming and irrigation, as well as the types of crops commonly cultivated. In addition, the chapter examines the development of agricultural properties in Africa, including estates owned by private citizens and by the Roman Imperial government, and analyzes how landowners invested in agriculture and sought to profit from their estates. Finally, the chapter examines the various types of labor used on African estates, including tenants and temporary workers hired at harvest time.

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