Ottoman Agricultural Organization

Ottoman agricultural organization was structured around a central system that regulated land use, productivity, and resource distribution. Land was categorized into state-owned, private, and village lands, with the state collecting taxes based on land productivity. Agricultural policies promoted the cultivation of staple crops like wheat and cotton, while peasant farmers worked the land under various customary or legal arrangements. The system also included specialized provisions for irrigating fields and managing seasonal labor. Overall, it aimed to balance state revenue collection with local farming practices, supporting both the economy and social stability within the empire.