Cacao Culture in the Philippines

"Cacao Culture in the Philippines" by William Scrugham Lyon is an early 20th-century exploration of growing cacao in the Philippines, acting as both a how-to guide and an economic argument. It carefully goes over everything needed for successful cacao farming, from choosing the right land and understanding the climate, to planting, pruning, and protecting the trees from pests. Lyon highlights specific types of cacao, like Criollo and Forastero, and explains how to manage a cacao farm to make it profitable. The book blends practical farming advice with economic thoughts, suggesting that cacao farming could be a good business opportunity in the Philippines.