Jason Strober Discusses Agricola

As a fan of board games, I regularly look for newer items to supplement the classic ones. Recently, I discovered Agricola. Made for up to five people, Agricola allows you to play as both a farmer and his or her spouse.

On every turn, you complete two actions that involve traditional chores—from collecting wood and clay to building fences. As the game continues, the couple gives birth, and you must figure out how to feed their children.

Agricola features a “no-frills” set of rules for beginners, and more advanced players can experiment with alternate forms of gameplay involving different decks of cards.

About the Author

Not only interested in board games, Jason Strober served as co-founder of Treasure Games, Inc. His firm enabled people to play tournament-based skill games for money, and Strober assisted with product development and marketing strategy until selling the company 18 months after its creation.