cotton plantations

Cotton plantations are large farms where cotton plants are cultivated for fiber used in textiles. These farms typically require extensive land, water, and labor, often involving the use of machinery and chemicals to grow and harvest the cotton efficiently. Historically, cotton plantations relied heavily on enslaved or paid labor to manage the plants, harvest the cotton bolls, and process them for sale. Today, modern plantations may utilize advanced technology, but they still focus on producing raw cotton for textile manufacturing. The operation and impact of cotton plantations are significant in agriculture, economy, and environmental sustainability discussions.