To determine which regions are suitable for growing coffee and cacao, you typically look for areas with specific climatic conditions. Both crops thrive in tropical climates with the following characteristics:
- Temperature: Moderate temperatures usually between 20-25°C (68-77°F) for coffee, and slightly warmer for cacao.
- Precipitation: High humidity and rainfall of about 1500-3000 mm annually are ideal.
- Altitude: Coffee grows best at higher altitudes (600-2000 meters), while cacao can grow from sea level to 1000 meters.
Regions generally suitable for coffee and cacao production include:
- The equatorial regions such as parts of Central and South America (e.g., Brazil, Colombia).
- West Africa, particularly countries like Ivory Coast and Ghana for cacao.
- Southeast Asia, including regions like Vietnam and Indonesia.
If you have a specific map in front of you, identify areas that fall within the tropics (between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn) and consider the elevation and precipitation patterns. Select those regions that match the conditions mentioned.
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