Dominican Republic: History, Society, and Economy
Jorge Blanco’s Campaign
The campaign was part of a proposed series democratizing government. It was called the National Rally.
Candidates of 1986
- Balaguer
- Juan Bosch
- James Majluta
The Cause of Triumph
The economic crisis and the discrediting government of the PRD.
Balaguer’s Government Action
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1) Physical Factors of Agricultural Areas
- Heat-Altitudinal Gradient: Temperature decreases 0.6°C for every 100 meters in altitude.
- Tilting-Fold: Flat surfaces facilitate farming.
- Atmospheric Agents: Some, like hail and torrential rains, can cause catastrophic situations for agriculture.
- Exposure to Wind: Wind can damage crops on mountain slopes.
- Terrain: The thicker the soil, the better it is for cultivation, as roots have more room.
2) Agricultural Landscapes
Subsistence Agriculture
Techniques are characterized
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Economic Perspective
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The primary sector includes activities devoted to agriculture, livestock, fisheries, forestry, and the exploitation of mining resources. Key trends in the sector include a decrease in the active population. The active population engaged in this activity is aging, and working conditions are often challenging.
Agriculture
Extensive agriculture, common in America, focuses on high yields cultivated in large tracts with low labor input, such as U.S. grain agriculture. Plantation agriculture relies on technology
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Europe in the 15th Century
During the fifteenth century, Europe pursued a demographic and economic recovery, overcoming the serious crisis of the late Middle Ages. Monarchs seized part of the political power from the nobility and centralized it. The disappearance of epidemics led to an increase in population, which also led to increased demand in the agricultural sector, gradually pulling it out of stagnation. Sea routes became active again. The development of trade and crafts increased productivity
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