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===Agriculture=== | ===Agriculture=== | ||
Port de Vent's agricultural sector is dominated by large-scale, industrialized farming concerns as is common across the [[Burgoignesc thatalocrassy]]. This approach can be traced back to the late 18th and early 19th centuries, when [[Bergendii]] settlers, using the by the [[patroonship]]-latifundia system of the [[Burgoignesc colonial empire]], established vast landholdings dedicated to intensive crop production. This legacy continues to shape the agricultural landscape of Port de Vent today. | |||
The eastern, windward, side of the islands have a tropical wet climate, with consistent rainfall brought in by the prevailing winds. This fertile region is dominated by the cultivation of root crops, particularly {{wp|yams}} (100,000 hectares), {{wp|sweet potatoes}} (80,000 hectares), {{wp|taro}} (70,000 hectares), and {{wp|cassava}} (50,000 hectares), a drought-tolerant tuber, is also grown extensively, particularly on the fringes of the wet zone. | |||
The western, leeward, side of the island group experiences a tropical dry climate. The central foothils act as a barrier, blocking significant rainfall in this region. Here, large-scale irrigation projects, drawing water from reservoirs and subterranean aquifers, have enabled the cultivation of high-value crops like {{wp|Chinese cabbage|Daxian cabbage}} (20,000 hectares), {{wp|green onions}} (15,000 hectares), and a unique local variety known as {{wp|Kanak cabbage}} (10,000 hectares). | |||
Fruit production is another significant contributor to Port de Vent's agricultural output. Orchards on the eastern side grow {{wp|mangoes}} (30,000 hectares) and {{wp|pineapples}} (25,000 hectares), while {{wp|banana}} plantations (40,000 hectares) thrive in both wet and irrigated areas. Interestingly, a small but economically valuable crop of {{wp|Foxtail millet}} (5,000 hectares) is grown in the drier regions, catering to a niche market for gluten-free grains. | |||
The {{wp|Bergendii}} influence manifests in the large-scale, industrialized nature of Port Vent's agriculture. Farms are typically vast enterprises, employing advanced planning technologies such as satellite imagery, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and sophisticated weather forecasting models to optimize land use, resource allocation, and crop yields. This data-driven approach ensures maximum efficiency in planting schedules, irrigation management, and fertilizer application. Furthermore, the farms rely heavily on large-scale mechanized equipment for all stages of the agricultural cycle. Tractors, planters, harvesters, and automated irrigation systems are ubiquitous, minimizing reliance on manual labor and maximizing output. This approach has resulted in a highly productive agricultural sector, capable of not only meeting the domestic food requirements of Port Vent's population but also generating significant export revenue. | |||
Ministry of Labor data suggest that the agricultural sector directly employs approximately 1.5 million people, constituting roughly 13% of the total workforce. However, the economic impact extends far beyond direct employment. A robust network of agro-processing facilities, transportation infrastructure, and ancillary services has flourished around the agricultural backbone, creating additional employment opportunities and contributing significantly to the island's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). An additional 2.1 million people are involved in the agro-adjacent sector | |||
While the industrialized model has demonstrably boosted efficiency and productivity, concerns regarding environmental sustainability are emerging. Intensive farming practices have lead to soil degradation, water table depletion, and an increased use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. The Ministry of Agriculture and Nutrition has begun to address these concerns by subsidizing sustainable farming practices, integrated pest management (IPM) techniques, and the exploration of precision agriculture technologies that minimize environmental impact while maintaining high yields through the Ile Melite Agricultural College and the University of Capræ's School of Farm Sciences. | |||
====Livestock==== | |||
cows, pigs, and chickens | |||
====Non-edible cultivation==== | ====Non-edible cultivation==== | ||