Did the Athenians destroyed farms to starve Spartans surrendering?

Yes, during the Peloponnesian War, the Athenians implemented a strategy to weaken Sparta by destroying the farms in the surrounding regions, particularly in the territories controlled by their allies. This tactic aimed to deprive Sparta and its allies of food resources, hoping to force a surrender through starvation. However, this strategy had mixed results, as it also led to significant suffering among local populations and ultimately contributed to the prolonged conflict.