Agriculture is one of the oldest occupations and includes growing plants and raising animals to meet human needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and medicine. In the developed countries of Asia, the agricultural sector is of special importance in such a way that they are currently turning to the production of more organic and healthy products. The Middle East is characterized by arid and semi-arid climates, resulting in limited water resources. West Asia is renowned for its date palm cultivation. Colombia's economy is classified as a middle-income, emerging market economy that has seen steady growth over the past decades. Its key sectors include oil, mining (notably coal and gold), agriculture (with coffee, bananas, and flowers being major exports), manufacturing, and services. Colombia has adopted open-market policies, implementing free trade agreements (FTAs) with numerous countries and regions, including the U. S. , the EU, and countries in Latin America. Colombia's fiscal policy is geared towards encouraging foreign direct investment (FDI), promoting exports, and diversifying its economy beyond dependence on natural resources.
