The introduction of abaca (manila hemp) into the western hemisphere
Edwards, H.T.
Rep. Smithson. Instn. 327-49
1945
Accession: 013570042
An historical account is given of the work on the introduction of abaca into the western hemisphere, which made possible the large commercial plantings in Panama during the Second World War.
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