Why is sugarcane production concentrated in Colombia’s Cauca valley?

Sugarcane production is concentrated in the Valle del Cauca primarily because of the region's geography. The Cauca River flows through a broad, fertile intermontane depression that provides an ideal environment for agriculture.1

This valley, situated at an elevation of approximately 3,100 to 3,300 feet (940 to 1,000 meters), offers the rich soil and favorable conditions necessary for the cultivation of sugarcane, as well as other crops like rice, cacao, and bananas. Furthermore, the region has been organized under a regional authority specifically designed to promote balanced agricultural, commercial, and industrial development, which has supported the growth of the local sugar industry.12