In 3-5 sentences, explain how developments both outside of Texas and inside the state encouraged Texas farmers to rapidly increase the amount of cotton that they grew from 1860 to 1900
Several developments both outside of Texas and inside the state encouraged Texas farmers to rapidly increase the amount of cotton they grew from 1860 to 1900. Firstly, the end of the American Civil War in 1865 created a surge in demand for cotton, as European countries were in dire need of the crop. Additionally, technological advancements such as the widespread adoption of the cotton gin and the implementation of railroads in Texas made it easier and quicker for farmers to cultivate and transport cotton. Finally, the mild climate and fertile soil in Texas made it an ideal location for cotton farming, attracting many farmers to increase their cotton production.
