The sugar industry in the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) often coexists with mining.
The harvest in action. What used to be arduous labor by hand, is now highly automated. And yet just a few machines accomplish massive amounts of work.
Wide angle shot of the rich muck prior to planting and after the laser leveling.
Here is a tracker in the process of laser leveling, a relatively sophisticated electronic process, that uses GPS coordinate tracking and measuring to achieve maximum filed penetration and ultimately, yield.
The sugar industry has a long and complicated relationship with the Everglades and our water supply. Nevertheless, during this harvest season, many are thankful for the sugar harvest, while many are angry about it.
The following is a #sneakpreview of the sugar harvest in action this year...
Some beautiful parts of the country in East Tennessee...
Nov. 15 Event Will Mark Unique Partnership for Sustainable Travel
Geotourism: Tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place — its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage and well-being of its residents.
This is a great program - it involves private land owners, low upfront costs and low long term costs...
Should private individuals own land in the middle of state and federal parks???
"South Floridians who have cabins or lodges in the remote reaches of the Everglades savor the tranquility and wonder at the beauty of nature."
via link: miamiherald.com