Why did the Greeks grow foods like olives and grapes instead of grains and wheat?

Answer 1

There is actual evidence that shows that Greece actually used wheat a lot more than you think...

1. The main crops that were harvested included wheat/barley, grapes, and olives.
2. The wheat and barley would be planted in October, then harvested around April or May.
3. While it was growing during these months, olives were harvested between November and February.
4. It was actually pretty hard to farm because there isn't much soil, and whatever soil there was dry and tough.
5. The wheat and barley harvested are most likely used to make bread and porridge.
6. In modern times, the biggest agricultural export from Greece includes fruits, vegetables, and olive oil.
7. Their biggest import in the agricultural sector is meats and dairy products