Regions. 1  The environment impacted the economy and agriculture in the New England Colonies; farming was not as important for making a living because of climate and geography. 2  The environment also impacted the economy and agriculture of the Southern Colonies; farming was an important way to make a living because of it's climate and geography.
Michigan, constituent state of the United States of America. Although by the size of its land Michigan ranks only 22nd of the 50 states, the inclusion of the Great Lakes waters over which it has jurisdiction increases its area considerably, placing it 11th in terms of total area. The capital is Lansing, in south-central Michigan.
Lake Michigan is the third-largest lake by surface area and extends into Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. It is one of America's Great Lakes. Other major lakes in the state are Lake Wawsee, Monroe Lake, Long Lake, Knapp Lake, and Jimmerson Lake. Also called Northern Lake, the land area is fertile and black in color, which is suitable for farming. 2  Till Plains: Till plains are situated in the center of Indiana. 3  Lying to the south of Great Lake Plains, it is a part of the Corn Belt and is characterized by vast fertile plains.