Sugar plantations are large agricultural areas dedicated to the cultivation of sugarcane or sugar beets. These crops are processed to produce sugar, a widely used sweetener. Sugar plantations are often found in tropical and subtropical regions, where the climate is ideal for growing sugarcane. Historically, sugar plantations played a significant role in the economy of many countries, particularly during the colonial period. They relied heavily on the labor of enslaved people, which has had lasting social and economic impacts. Today, sugar plantations continue to operate, contributing to the global sugar market and local economies.