They did, but population outgrew land area, so they had two options -conquer more land or trade. They selected trade.
the improvement in productivity in early agricultural societies enabled more complex societies to develop
The Minoans, who thrived on the island of Crete from around 2000 to 1450 BCE, are known for their advanced art, architecture, and maritime trade, with a focus on agriculture and culture. In contrast, the Phoenicians, emerging around 1200 BCE in the region of modern-day Lebanon, were renowned for their seafaring prowess, establishing trade networks and colonies across the Mediterranean. While Minoans developed a unique writing system, the Phoenicians created the alphabet that became the basis for many modern scripts. Additionally, Minoan society was more centralized and palace-based, whereas the Phoenicians were organized into city-states with a strong emphasis on trade and commerce.
The Phoenicians
Malta is the city consisting of three islands where the Phoenicians settled in 1000BC.
Due to their sailing skills, the Phoenicians served as missionaries of civilization, bringing eastern Mediterranean products and culture to less advanced peoples.
The Phoenicians were an agricultural society when they first settled in the Lebanon area. However with the limited farmland and a growing population, they turned to trade to expand their economies.
Agricultural Society
an agricultural surplus
Agricultural and manufactured products and slaves.
The Phoenicians.
Australia. Agriculture was introduced to Australia by European settlers in the late 18th century, making it one of the last regions where agricultural society developed.
An agricultural society last developed in Papua New Guinea, where subsistence agriculture continues to be a way of life for many communities. The domestication of plants and animals allowed for the establishment of settled agricultural practices in this region.
Approximately 1500 B.C.
For communication and records.
An alphabet.
Trade.
In the 9th Century BCE.