Temperatures in the mountains are lower. Hurricanes sometimes strike the island. Agriculture is the traditional base of Jamaica's economy and is practiced mainly along the coastal plains on many small farms and on plantations. Sugarcane, bananas, citrus fruit, coffee, and sweet potatoes are the main crops. Also significant are petroleum refining and making chemicals, textile, rum and processed foods .
Tourism is a major source of income.
Jamaica basic currency unit is the Jamaican dollar. Jamaica has several railway lines and a network of main and secondary roads. International airports are Kingston and Montego- Bay. Kingston is the leading airport. All rights reserved.