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Updated: June 27, 2025
We may admit that the total produce of the three shores, where the cosecha, or gathering of eggs, is annually made, is five thousand botijas.
The cosecha of the madres produces most abundantly, on account of the settled weather. The cochineal breeds better in the house, where there is more light and a higher temperature. The result is that 8 to 10 lbs. become 100. It is cheaper too: as a lesser proportion of rag is wanted for the field, and it is kept on only till the insect adheres. Thus a small quantity goes a long way.
The cochineal which has produced all its insects is known in the markets as 'zacatillas. It commanded higher prices, because the watery parts had disappeared and only the colouring matter remained. Now its value is that of the white or cosecha.
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