1767-Jan.-07: The colonial market values for export commodities like sugar, indigo, and coffee were published, showing fluctuations across the island’s major…

1767-Jan.-07: The colonial market values for export commodities like sugar, indigo, and coffee were published, showing fluctuations across the island’s major ports. In Cap-Français, white sugar reached prices as high as 68 livres, while cotton was valued up to 226 livres in the same market. These price reports were essential for planters to determine where to send their produce to maximize their financial returns. The data highlights the economic dominance of the Northern Province and the varying profitability of different agricultural sectors.