The "Planter Class" refers to a social and economic group primarily involved in agriculture, particularly in the cultivation of cash crops. This class emerged prominently in the Southern United States during the 18th and 19th centuries, where wealthy landowners operated large plantations. They relied heavily on enslaved labor to maximize their agricultural output and profits. Members of the Planter Class often held significant political power and influence in their regions. Their wealth was derived from the production of crops such as cotton, tobacco, and sugar, which were essential to the economy. The legacy of the Planter Class has had lasting effects on social structures and economic practices in the United States.