Sugar cane crop
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Sugar cane crop
Sugar cane crop (Saccharum officinarum). On the right is sugar cane that is ready to be harvested. The stems will be chopped down and transported to a factory for processing. The roots will be left alone, so that the crop can re-grow (left). Sugar cane is a bamboo-like tropical grass grown to make sugar (sucrose). Photographed in Barbados
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Agricultural Agriculture Barbados Caribbean Crop Farming Field Grass Harvest Land Use Mature Saccharum Officinarum Source Stem Stems Sucrose West Indies White Gold Young Traditional Method
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This print showcases a vibrant sugar cane crop, standing tall and proud in the tropical fields of Barbados. On the right side of the image, we witness mature sugar cane plants eagerly awaiting their harvest. These towering stems are soon to be expertly chopped down and transported to a nearby factory for processing. However, it is worth noting that the roots will remain undisturbed, allowing this resilient crop to regrow once again. Sugar cane, scientifically known as Saccharum officinarum, belongs to the bamboo-like family of grasses and thrives in warm Caribbean climates like Barbados. This versatile plant serves as a vital source for sucrose production - commonly referred to as "white gold". Its large leaves gracefully sway in the gentle breeze while providing essential nutrients for growth. The cultivation of sugar cane has deep-rooted traditions within agriculture on these picturesque West Indies islands. It represents an important industry that significantly shapes land use practices and supports local economies. As we admire this stunning photograph captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of nature's bounty and mankind's ingenuity in harnessing its resources sustainably through traditional methods.
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