Choosing which crops to grow depends on many different factors, such as climate, prospects for selling the harvest, and type of soil. Some crops are grown for food for humans, some are grown to be feed for animals, some (such as cotton) are grown for industrial uses, and still others are grown to enrich the soil. Among the world's most common crops are:- wheat: Wheat is one of the most common grains grown throughout the world. It is also one of the oldest known crops, and can grow in a wide range of soils and climates.
- rice: rice is the most popular crop in Asia and thrives in warmer climates.
- corn (maize): corn originated in the Americas and was a popular import in Europe, where it is often used as animal feed.
- soybeans: soybeans have become more popular as food processing technology has developed more uses. Soybean oil has many food and industrial uses
