Growing narcotic crops
- Farming drugs
- Cultivating drugs
- Cultivating illegal drugs
- Growing narcotic drug plants
Description
Growing narcotic crops involves the deliberate cultivation of plants such as opium poppy, coca, or cannabis for the extraction of psychoactive substances. This strategy is often employed to meet illicit market demands, generate income in regions with limited economic alternatives, or supply pharmaceutical industries. Practical intent includes maximizing yield, evading law enforcement, and ensuring crop security. Remedies to related problems may involve crop substitution programs, alternative livelihood initiatives, and strengthened regulatory enforcement.
Implementation
Growing opium poppies is between eight to nine times more profitable than any other conceivable crop for the farmers presently growing it. Cannabis is now the most profitable crop being grown in the USA.
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Global strategies
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(D) Detailed strategies
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Language
English
1A4N
J0245
DOCID
12002450
D7NID
197799
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Last update
Oct 20, 2022