Cacao Culture in the Philippines - Lyon, William Scrugham
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This work chronicles how the cacao plant is grown commercially in the Philippines; how to properly grow, harvest and sell the cacao plant is detailed. An authoritative overview of the cacao growing process, William Scrugham Lyon's chronicle was popularly consulted by planters and cultivators for many years after publication in the early 20th century. He offers a concise overview of the entire process; from choosing the seeds to plant, to germination, to growing and tending the crop, harvesting and finally selling the produce. Inclusive of charts which document the business model adopted by…mehr

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This work chronicles how the cacao plant is grown commercially in the Philippines; how to properly grow, harvest and sell the cacao plant is detailed. An authoritative overview of the cacao growing process, William Scrugham Lyon's chronicle was popularly consulted by planters and cultivators for many years after publication in the early 20th century. He offers a concise overview of the entire process; from choosing the seeds to plant, to germination, to growing and tending the crop, harvesting and finally selling the produce. Inclusive of charts which document the business model adopted by cacao cultivators, Lyon shows how even a small plot of land can be purposed for a steady, profitable business. At the time he published this account in Manila in 1902, demand for cacao was rocketing - as a result, many entrepreneurial farmers and growers were looking at moving into the market for cacao.
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William Scrugham Lyon was an agricultural expert and writer whose work in the early 20th century significantly contributed to tropical agriculture literature. Coming into prominence during the American colonial period in the Philippines, Lyon specialized in the study of cacao and its cultivation. His seminal work, 'Cacao Culture in the Philippines' (Anon 1902), epitomizes his comprehensive research and extensive knowledge in the field of tropical agriculture. The book serves as an informative guide to the intricacies of cacao cultivation, addressing aspects such as soil preparation, planting, and disease control, tailored specifically to conditions in the Philippines. Lyon's literary style is characterized by a technical, yet accessible approach, reflecting his intention to educate and aid plantation owners and local farmers. Although much of Lyon's life remains shrouded in obscurity, his contributions to tropical agriculture and to the understanding of cacao cultivation endure, providing a valuable resource for historians and agronomists alike. His work is a testament to the importance of agricultural development during colonial times and continues to be referenced by scholars studying the impact of American agricultural policies in the Philippines.