Question

why were the trustees so motivated to produce silk, specifically? 10 points your answer why did the silk industry ultimately not succeed in georgia? 10 points your answer what allowed rice to become a profitable crop for georgia? 10 points your answer aside from those mentioned above, what were some other products that were produced in colonial georgia? 10 points

Explanation:

Silk was valuable in trade. Silk industry failed due to pests, lack of expertise. Rice was profitable with suitable climate, slave - labor. Other products: indigo, lumber.

Answer:

1. Silk was highly valuable in international trade and could bring economic benefits.
2. Pests, lack of proper techniques and experience, and competition.
3. Suitable climate, fertile land, and slave - labor for cultivation.
4. Indigo, lumber, naval stores.