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Mexico - Transport of Yucatecan sisal pads
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Mexico - Transport of Yucatecan sisal pads
A farmer carrying Yucatecan sisal pads on two small platforms that move on a rail pulled by two mules toward the scraper machine
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Mexican Mexico Mule Mules Pads Pla Nts Platforms Powered Rails Sisal Stems Track Yucatan
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This evocative photograph captures the traditional method of transporting sisal pads in the Yucatan region of Mexico. The scene takes place on a narrow railway track, where two small, wooden platforms are attached to the rails. Each platform is carefully balanced with a generous stack of sisal pads, the long, fibrous stems of which are used to produce the natural fiber known as sisal. The pads are carefully arranged to ensure an even weight distribution, as the platforms are pulled by two mules hitched to a simple harness. The mules' powerful legs propel the system forward, inching the farmers closer to the scraper machine that will separate the fibers from the pads. The use of animals for transportation is a historical practice in the Yucatan Peninsula, where sisal production has been a significant economic activity for over a century. The region's fertile soil and favorable climate make it an ideal place for growing sisal, which was once a major export for Mexico. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich agricultural history of Mexico and the resilient spirit of the farmers who continue to work the land using time-honored techniques. The railway system, though simple, plays a crucial role in this process, allowing the farmers to efficiently transport their heavy loads to the scraper machine. The rails, worn from years of use, bear testament to the enduring tradition of sisal production in the Yucatan. This image invites us to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of rural life, as well as the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people who work the land.
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