Question

which european nation came looking for a northwest passage and end up establishing a rich fur trade in current day new york (hudson river valley) dutch england spain france

Explanation:

The Dutch sent Henry Hudson to find a northwest passage. He explored the Hudson River Valley, and the Dutch established New Netherland (later New York) with a profitable fur trade centered there. England, Spain, and France focused their colonial and trade efforts in other regions of North America.

Answer:

Dutch