The Cocoanut: With reference to its products and cultivation in the Philippines

"The Cocoanut: With reference to its products and cultivation in the Philippines" by William S. Lyon is a guide detailing cocoanut farming in the early 1900s Philippines. It explores everything from the tree's history and physical traits to how Filipino farmers can best grow and profit from it. It highlights how to choose the right land, soil, and seeds for successful cocoanut farms, while showcasing the many valuable products like copra and oil, and how to sell them. It identifies common farming problems, like pests, teaching farmers how to handle all parts of growing cocoanuts in the Philippines.