The Sugar Industry of the Japanese Mandated Islands

The Sugar Industry of the Japanese Mandated Islands. Washington, DC: Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Navy Department. 1944.

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Abstract: Wartime US military publication dealing with economic activity during the Japanese Period in the Marianas Islands and the Caroline Islands (Ponhpei, Kosrae and Chuuk) as well as Palau.

“The Sugar Industry of the Japanese Mandated Islands” provides an in-depth exploration of the sugar industry within the Japanese mandated islands, focusing on various aspects of agriculture, infrastructure, and economic impact. It covers the organization and operations of the sugar industry, including the role of the South Seas Development Company, labor dynamics, tillage and cultivation methods, as well as the importance of the industry to independent cultivators. The document outlines the agricultural practices, such as the use of experiment stations which were critical for the adaptation and development of both local and introduced plant varieties. This not only enhanced the islands’ agricultural capabilities but also contributed to their economic exploitation.

In addition, the text discusses plans and recommendations for future actions, such as the salvage of equipment and the preservation of agricultural research results to benefit the economy of the islands and its occupying forces. It highlights the necessity of experienced personnel for managing agricultural experiment stations in order to preserve valuable information and ensure the success of salvage programs .

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