Grapefruit Culture in the British West Indies and British Honduras

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H Clark Powell

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

History of the Americas; Agronomy & crop production; Gardening: plants

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""Grapefruit Culture in the British West Indies and British Honduras"" is a comprehensive technical study on the development and management of grapefruit orchards in the Caribbean and Central America during the early 20th century. Written by Professor H. Clark Powell, this work serves as an essential primary source for the history of tropical agriculture and the expansion of the citrus industry in British colonial territories. The text delves into the specific ecological and economic conditions required for successful grapefruit production, offering insights into soil management, pest control, irrigation techniques, and harvesting methods tailored to the unique climates of the West Indies and British Honduras. Beyond its technical merits, the book provides a fascinating look into the agricultural infrastructure of the era, highlighting the efforts to establish sustainable export economies based on citrus fruits.

Whether for historians of agriculture or those interested in the legacy of colonial farming practices, ""Grapefruit Culture in the British West Indies and British Honduras"" offers a detailed and authoritative perspective on a pivotal period in the global fruit trade. It remains a valuable resource for understanding the foundations of the modern grapefruit industry in the region.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: H Clark Powell
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 3mm
Weight: 95g
ISBN: 9781025687230
ISBN 10: 102568723X
Pages: 60
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active