Editing Agriculture

==Climate, agriculture and society by island==

===Alta===
30–40°N, Western Ocean

====Climate====
* Dry Mediterranean / Semi-Arid
* Key Influences: Hot dry summers, mild wet winters, water scarcity

====Agriculture====
* Winter rains support cereal crops (wheat, barley) planted in autumn and harvested in spring.
* Vineyards, olives, citrus, almonds thrive on poor, dry soils with long summers.
* Irrigation systems (cisterns, aqueducts, qanats) are vital.
* Grazing animals (goats, sheep) on dry hillsides.

====Society====
* Strong seasonal rhythm: labour-heavy in spring, dry rest in high summer.
* Architecture built for heat: thick walls, whitewash, shaded courtyards.
* Likely value water, drought resistance, and trade for food diversity.
* Culture may emphasise resilience, resourcefulness, and rituals tied to rainfall.

===Isla Arbojan===

35–40°N, Eastern Ocean

====Climate====
* Humid Subtropical or Monsoonal
* Key Influences: Hot humid summers, storms, mild winters

====Agriculture====
* Long growing season: two or more harvests per year.
* Wet rice, millet, soybeans, sugarcane, tea in lowlands.
* Fruit trees (plums, peaches, citrus) thrive in warm wet springs.
* Risk of storm damage and flooding—levees, terraces, and flood-resistant crops are common.

====Society====
* Dense populations supported by intensive farming.
* Likely bureaucratic or collectivist structures to manage irrigation.
* Culture may revolve around weather prediction, ancestor worship, and respect for nature’s cycles.
* Architecture adapted for heat and rain: sloped roofs, raised houses.

===Veridia===
45–55°N, Large West–East Island

====Climate====
* Oceanic / Maritime Temperate
* Key Influences: Cool summers, wet year-round, strong westerlies

====Agriculture====
* Hardy grains (rye, oats), root crops (potatoes, turnips), and brassicas (cabbage, kale).
* Dairying, sheep, and forest-based economies in the west.
* Eastern areas may grow fruits, flax, hops, and develop more complex farming if sheltered.
* Shorter growing season, less reliable harvests.

====Society====
* Communities used to overcast skies and stormy weather.
* Emphasis on storage, preservation, and community cooperation.
* Strong maritime culture in the west; eastern regions may be more agrarian and culturally distinct.
* Society might revere the sea, wind gods, or hold autumn festivals after harvest.

==Climate summary==

{| class="wikitable"
! Island !! Latitude !! Position !! Climate type !! Key weather features
|-
| '''Alba''' || 30-40° N || Western ocean || Dry Mediterranean or Semi-Arid || Hot dry summers, mild wet winters
|-
| '''Isla Arbojan''' || 35-40° N || Eastern Ocean  || Humid Subtropical or Monsoonal || Hot humid summers, storms, mild winters    
|-
| '''Veridia''' || 45-55° N || Large W–E island || Oceanic / Maritime Temperate    || Cool, wet, windy; cloudy with mild summers
|}

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