What was the economic system that sved Jamestown?

The economic system that saved Jamestown was based on tobacco cultivation. Initially struggling with survival, the colony found success in growing and exporting tobacco, which became a highly lucrative cash crop. The demand for tobacco in Europe fueled the colony's economy, leading to increased investment, the establishment of plantations, and the importation of enslaved labor to meet the labor demands of the tobacco industry. This shift towards a tobacco-based economy was crucial for Jamestown's sustainability and growth.