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A Report on the Sugar Cane Mosaic Situation in February, 1924 at Soledad, Cuba

A Report on the Sugar Cane Mosaic Situation in February, 1924 at Soledad, Cuba

East, Edward M.
Weston, William H.

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AgricultureBotany & Horticulture

ISBN10: 1025947282
ISBN13: 9781025947280
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 88
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.18 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Report on the Sugar Cane Mosaic Situation in February, 1924 at Soledad, Cuba provides a detailed scientific analysis of a critical agricultural challenge facing the sugar industry in the early 20th century. Authored by experts Edward M. East and William H. Weston, this work examines the prevalence and impact of mosaic disease, a viral affliction that threatened the productivity of sugar cane plantations. The report offers a focused look at the botanical and pathological conditions in Soledad, Cuba, documenting the state of the crops and the efficacy of various control measures during a pivotal moment for tropical agriculture.

Through rigorous observation and data collection, East and Weston provide insights into the transmission of the disease and the genetic resistance of different cane varieties. This study represents an important contribution to the field of plant pathology, reflecting the efforts between scientific researchers and agricultural producers to safeguard essential food crops. It remains a valuable historical resource for those interested in the history of agricultural science, the development of disease management strategies in tropical climates, and the economic history of the Caribbean sugar industry.

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