First of all make sure you don't increase your population too fast or they'll use up too much food. Second in the beginning have everyone but one farmer researching to earn tech points fast

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Then take and buy farming level two this lets you get coconuts. Then save up for buidling number 2 so you can build a dam to access crops.


Hope this helps. I hope I didn't spoil too much for you. Also don't forget to collect collectibles and mushroom they help alot. smile
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