Plantation agriculture

Plantation agriculture is a large-scale farming system focused on growing a single crop over extensive areas, primarily for export. It often involves monoculture, where only one type of crop, such as coffee, tea, sugar, or rubber, is cultivated. This method is labor-intensive, typically relying on migrant or local workers, and usually located in tropical or subtropical regions. Plantations aim to maximize production efficiency and profit, often operated by large companies. While efficient, plantation agriculture can impact local ecosystems, lead to monoculture-related issues, and influence social and economic dynamics in the regions where they are established.