Sugar Cane Collection (#7)

PUERTO RICO: PLANTATION. A horse-powered harvesting tool on a sugar cane plantation in southwest Puerto Rico. Photograph by Jack Delano, c1941

Grinding sorghum cane near Andersonville, Tennessee, 1933
October 1933 - Grinding sorghum cane at the Stooksberry homestead near Andersonville, Tennessee

Method of making molasses on a farm, 1933
October 1933 - Method of making molasses on a farm. This farm will be under water when the Norris Dam reservoir fills

Grinding cane for sorghum near Andersonville, Tennessee, 1933
October 1933 - Grinding cane for sorghum at the Stooksberry homestead near Andersonville, Tennessee. Sorghum cane could be raised in large crops in this district

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SUGAR-CANE HARVEST. Egypt, engraving 1879

View of the Sugar Fields, Malaga, Spain, from The Picturesque Mediterranean
KW134052 View of the Sugar Fields, Malaga, Spain, from The Picturesque Mediterranean, Volume 3, published by Cassell and Co. Ltd

Sea chart of various Surinamese rivers, Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen (I), unknown, 1684 - 1799

HAWAII: SUGAR CANE, 1915. A trainload of sugar cane during a harvest in Hawaii. Photograph, c1915

HAWAII: SUGAR CANE, c1917. Workers harvesting sugar cane and loading it onto carts on a plantation in Hawaii. Photograph, c1917

Sun setting behind sugarcane plants at Beau-Bassin, Mauritius, Africa

Sugar cane on display, Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii, USA

Road along sugar cane fields, Mauritius

Old sugar mill, mill wheel, rusted, Trinidad and Tobago

Old sugar cane mill, mill wheel, rusted, Trinidad and Tobago

PERU: SUGAR CANE, c1910. Planting sugar cane in a large hacienda near Lima, Peru. Stereograph, c1910

HAWAII: SUGAR HARVEST, 1915. Workers gathering sugar cane on a plantation in Hawaii. Photograph, c1915

HAWAII: SUGAR REFINERY. A load of sugar cane arriving at a refinery in Hawaii. Photograph, c1915

CUBA: SUGAR PLANTATION. Plowing on a Cuban sugar plantation. Photograph, c1904

CUBA: SUGAR PLANTATION. Sugar cane loaded onto a cart on a Cuban sugar plantation. Photograph, c1904

LOUISIANA: SUGAR CANE FARM. Harvesters cutting sugar cane on a plantation in Louisiana. Photograph by William Henry Jackson, late 19th century

Cuban Sugar Transport
A crop of sugar cane is transported by rail, Cuba, circa 1900. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Brazilian Sugar Factory
Sugar cane is processed at a factory in Brazil, circa 1700. An illustration from Les Indes Orientales et Occidentales, et Autres Lieux by Romeyn de Hooghe

Brazilian Sugar Mill
A primitive cana mill at Castanho in Brazil, for crushing sugar cane by ox-power, circa 1800. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

R. Bridges: W. India Survey. Royal Commonweath Society

USA, Louisiana, St. Martinville. Sugar cane field

France, Reunion Island, Les Makes, Sugar Cane

France, Reunion Island, St-Andre, Cirque de Salazie, Sugar Cane Field with Rainbow

France, Reunion Island, South Reunion, Le Baril, Sucerie de la Reunion sugar mill and sugar cane

Caribbean, St. Kitts. Crops

Caribbean, St. Kitts. Mass harvesting, agriculture
Caribbean, St. Kitts. sugarcane harvesting, agriculture

FRENCH WEST INDIES (FWI)-Guadaloupe-Marie-Galante Island: Distillerie Bielle
French West Indies, Guadaloupe, Marie, Galante Island: Distillerie Bielle, 18th Century Rum Distillery, Sugar Cane

FRENCH WEST INDIES (FWI), Guadaloupe Basse, Terre-LAMENTIN Area: Domaine de Severin Rum Distillery
FRENCH WEST INDIES (FWI), Guadaloupe Basse, Terre, LAMENTIN Area: Domaine de Severin Rum Distillery, Old Sugar cane cart

Caribbean, Grenada, East Coast, Tivoli, River Antoine Rum Distillerie (b. 1785), Residue
Caribbean, Grenada, East Coast, Tivoli, River Antoine Rum Distillerie (b.1785), Residue Sugar Cane

AUSTRALIA, Queensland, Fraser Coast, Childers. Sugar Cane Field Road
Australia, Queensland, Fraser Coast, Childers. Sugar Cane Field Road

AUSTRALIA, Queensland, North Coast, Babinda. Distant View of Bartle Frere, Queensland s
Australia, Queensland, North Coast, Babinda. Distant View of Bartle Frere, Queenslands Highest Mountain (e. 1622 meters)

Sugar canefields carved out of forest
Agricultural farming block of sugar cane fields carved out of forest areas in broad flat valley in Daintree National Park

Cutting Cane on a Cuban Sugar Plantation Postcard. 1904, Cutting Cane on a Cuban Sugar Plantation Postcard

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SUGAR-CANE HARVEST. Egypt, engraving 1879

Sugar cane stalk, glass of rum and molasses, view from above

Sugar cane factory, Australia C018 / 1797
Sugar cane factory. View across a field of sugar cane (Saccharum officinarum) towards a sugar cane processing plant. Photographed in Queensland, Australia

Sugar crystals. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of crystals of cane sugar (sucrose). Sucrose is extracted from sugar cane or sugar beet. Magnification: x24 at 6x7cm size

Sugar crystals, SEM
Sugar crystals. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of crystals of sucrose extracted from sugar cane. Magnification: x32 at 6x7cm size

Sugar cane harvest, Mauritius
Sugar cane harvest. Woman manually harvesting burnt sugarcane (Saccharum sp.). Burning the sugarcane before harvesting reduces the costs of transporting

Unrefined cane sugar, SEM C007 / 6732
Unrefined cane sugar or sugar crystals, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification x40 at 10cm wide

Refined and raw sugar crystals, SEM
Refined and raw sugar crystals, scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The smaller crystal is refined. Magnification x85 at 10cm wide

Saccharum officinarum, sugarcane
Plate 635 from the Fleming Collection of Indian Drawings, 1800. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

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"Sugar Cane: A Journey Through Time and Continents" Step into the world of sugar cane, a plant that has captivated artists and farmers alike throughout history. From the enchanting brushstrokes of Winslow Homer's "The Gulf Stream" to the vibrant sugarcane fields in Mauritius, Africa, this versatile crop has left its mark on landscapes across the globe. Saccharum officinarum, commonly known as sugar cane, holds a rich legacy dating back to 1899 when Winslow Homer immortalized its allure in his masterpiece. Its significance extends beyond art; it is an integral part of cultures and economies worldwide. As dusk falls over sugarcane crops, an armyworm emerges from hiding. This nocturnal creature reminds us of nature's delicate balance and the challenges faced by farmers who tirelessly tend to their precious harvests. Venturing further into its story reveals scenes from different corners of our planet. In Cape Verde's Santiago island lies a green heart pulsating with life - sugarcane plants sway gracefully amidst breathtaking landscapes. Santo Antao's Paul Valley showcases nature at its finest, where lush fields bear testament to human perseverance against rugged terrains. Traveling through time brings us to Cuba circa 1910 - a pivotal era for sugar cane cultivation. Witness women navigating canal boats laden with provisions while others load carts with freshly harvested canes. These snapshots capture not only hard work but also resilience and unity within communities built around this vital crop. Today, Saccharum officinarum continues to thrive as both sustenance and inspiration for countless individuals worldwide. Its sweet nectar fuels industries while reminding us of humanity's ability to adapt and innovate in pursuit of progress. So let us celebrate sugar cane – an extraordinary plant that connects diverse cultures across continents through its beauty, bounty, and enduring presence in our shared history.