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Welcome to HIS701SEM: Political History of Fiji Since Independence

Welcome to your Moodle space! You will use this online learning space to access your course notes, participate in discussion forums, attempt quizzes and submit your assignments throughout the semester. Make your way through the 'Getting Started' section to familiarise yourself with some ground rules for the course, your course assessments and essential information that will make your learning journey a fulfilling one. All the best!

  • Announcements Forum
  • Dr. Sakul Kundra Page

    Course coordinator info. HIS 701 SEM. Political History of the Fiji since Independence 

  • HIS 701 SEM Course Outline File

    HIS 701 SEM Course Outline

    1. Learning Targets/Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this unit, students will  be able to:
    1.1 Evaluate Fiji’s constitutional history.
    1.2 Crtically Analyse electoral arrangements and post-independence politics in Fiji.
    1.3 Evaluate the roles of  the Great Council of Chiefs, judiciary and military.
    1.4 Analyse the role of foreign governments and international agencies in returning Fiji to democracy.
    1.5 Examine the prospects of a newly elected government

    Contact Details of Course Instructor: Dr. Sakul Kundra

    Email. sakul.kundra@fnu.ac.fj

    M. 9081099

  • PowerPoint Presentation for Assessment Assignment

    Hello students,

    Kindly upload your weekly presentation in PowerPoint format. Every student has to upload the Powerpoint presentations in typed form in the Moodle. You can submit a combined or individual presentation mentioning you name, Id, week number and group.

    Every student who has already presented also need to upload the soft copy of the presentation at the earliest.

    If you have any query, kindly message me.

    Due date 28 May 2020

    With Kind Regards

    Dr. Sakul Kundra

  • HIS 701 CHAT GROUP

    Dear Students,

    In the time of COVID-19 outbreak, the University has taken precautionary steps to extend the mid-semester break. As per the direction of the University, I am creating the chat group for the students to discuss the among students about the workshop, tutorial and HIS701 SEM related discussion.

    Kindly refrain to use personal chat and use English as the means of communication.

     

  • My Assessments
  • Getting Started: Orientation
  • Week 1: Introduction of Course
  • Week 2: Independence- Political System
  • Week 3: Post Independence Relations
  • Week 4: Party Politics
  • Week 5: Race Politics
  • Week 6: Preferential policies
  • Week 7: Preferential policies part II
  • Week 8: Mid Semester Break
  • Week 9: Elections and Democratic Challenges
  • Week 10: The 1987 Coup: Turning Point
  • Week 11: Constitutional Changes
  • Week 12: The 2000 Coup
  • Week 13: The 2006 Coup: To end all Coups
  • Week 14: New Constitution and 2014 Election
  • Week 15
  • Week 16
  • Week 17
  • Week 18

My Assessments

(a)  Assessment dates will be as follows:

Course work Assessment: 50%

Assessment: Course Work   Weighting
Assignment 1: Assignment One  Rubrics: Organization: 20%; Content 50%; Development: 10%; Grammar & Mechanics: 10%; Style and Referencing: 10% 25%
Assignment 2: Presentation  Rubrics: Organization: 30%; Content: 60%; Referencing: 10% 25%

Final Assessment: In place of Final Exam is of 50%

Assessment 3: Final Online Assessment Part 1 Essay type Question 25%
Assessment 4: Final Online Assessment Part 2 Short Essay Type Questions 25 %

Course Work 50% + Final Assessment 50% = 100%

Assessment 3: Short Paragraph wise Questions

Rubric: Organisation: 10%; Content 70%; Grammar: 20 %

Assessment 4: Essay type Question

Rubrics: Organization: 20%; Content 50%; Development: 10%; Grammar & Mechanics: 10%; Style and Referencing: 10%

  • Assessments Page

Getting Started: Orientation

Welcome to your online orientation! 

Checklist ...

  • - Take a look at your Course Outline for this semester and take note of the essential course policies, assessments and what is expected of you to successfully complete this course.
  • - Have a look at some simple rules for engaging online called 'Netiquette' below. 
  • - The course is presented in Tab format, which means most of your course content is arranged in a way to easily navigate and find relevant information.
  • Netiquette Page

    Some simple rules of engagement in an online environment.

  •  

    Video


Week 1: Introduction of Course

The topic of this week is about comprehending an overview of this course. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, you will be able to

  1. Overview of the course, events, significance and legacy of political happenings in Fiji.
  2. Summary of historical events that happened between 1970 to 2014
  • Week 1 HIS 701 File
  • Week 1 Part 2 File

Week 2: Independence- Political System

The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of Fiji's independence and political implications. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, you will be able to.

  1. Analyse the factors that led to the formation of the First Constitution of Fiji in 1970.
  2. Discern the political government institutions in Fiji during independence including the House of Representatives and the Senate
  3. Identify the role of Great Council of Chiefs in pre and post-independence era
  • Week 2 File
  • Constitutions of Fiji File
  • Constitution File
  • Constitution 1970 File
  • Changing role of GCC File

Week 3: Post Independence Relations

The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of post-independence political relationship in Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, you will be able to

  1. Understand the Honeymoon period between Ratu Mara and SM Koya after Fiji's independence.
  2. Identify the terms of conditions of Street Commission and orientation of 1970 Constitution
  • Week 3 File
  • Week 3 part 2 File
  • Changing role of GCC File

Week 4: Party Politics

The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of Party Politics in Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, you will be able to.

  1. Understand the manifestos, demands and objectives of major political parties in post-independence Fiji.
  2. Discuss the manifesto of two oldest Fiji's political parties e.g. the Alliance Party and National Federation Party
  • Week 4 File
  • Week 4 part 2 File

Week 5: Race Politics

The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of Race Politics in Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, you will be able to.

  1. Understand different themes related to race Politics during this period. 
  2. Discern the demand of paramountcy of Indigenous population in contraction to equal representation by Indo-Fijians
  • Week 5 part 1 File
  • Week 5 part 2 File
  • Reading Election of 1972 File

Week 6: Preferential policies

The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of Preferential policies in Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, you will be able to.

  1. Understand the complexity of the Land policies in Fiji, the rise of ALTA, ALTO, NLTB and NLTA, and expiring of Leases.
  2. Discern the major factors of confrontation between the indigenous population with Indo-Fijian on the issue of land
  • Week 6 File
  • Reading on Land issue and ALTA File

Week 7: Preferential policies part II

The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of preferential policies, affirmative action and land issues. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, you will be able to

  1. Understand the policy of Affirmative Action programmes. 
  2. Discern the reasons that led to the adaptation of Affirmative Action programmes.
  3. Comprehend the complexity of the issue in regard to determining the section of the population who need affirmative actions.
  • Week 7 File

Week 8: Mid Semester Break

Revise the first seven weeks course and complete the assessments in time.


    Week 9: Elections and Democratic Challenges

    The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of Elections and Democratic challenges  (1977 and 1982 Elections ) in Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

    Learning Outcomes

    At the end of this topic, you will be able to

    1. Discuss the complexity of role played by different parties in 1977 Election eg. FNP, NFP and Alliance party
    2. Understand the complexity of role played by different parties in 1977 Election eg. WUF, NFP, Alliance party and FNP
    3. Discern the factors that led to rise of Labour party in Fiji
    • Schedule of this Week (copy) Page

       

      Provided in the table given below is your schedule for this week. Kindly make time to access the required resources, attempt the online activities on Moodle and also attend the weekly tasks

      Weekly Expectation

      Time Needed for Completion

      View and read lecture (Online)

       1 Hour

      View and read the reading (Online)

       2 hour

      Post into this Week Class discussion forum [Online]

       Half Hour

      Attend the weekly tutorial & workshop (Online)

       2.5 hours

      Course notes - Read through the PowerPoint presentation for this week. - Read the supplementary readings and watch the videos below before attempting the activities.

    • Reading of 1977 Election File
    • Reading of 1982 elections File
    • 1977 Elections Part 1 File Uploaded 20/04/20, 01:35

      1977 Elections Part 1

      Dear Students,

      Kindly read and listen to the ppt of the theme of 1977 Elections and its complexity. Role of FNP, NFP vs Alliance played a part in this election. Use the slides to answer the Discussion Forum question.

      All the Best.

    • Week 9, part 2, Election 1982 File Uploaded 20/04/20, 11:55

      Week 9, part 2, Election 1982

      1977 Elections Part 1

      Dear Students,

      Kindly read and listen to the ppt of the theme of 1982 Elections and its complexity. Role of  NFP plus WUP vs Alliance played a part in this election. Use the slides to answer the Discussion Forum question.

      All the Best.

    • Tutorial and Workshop Question Page

    Week 10: The 1987 Coup: Turning Point

    The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of1987 Fiji's Coups (First and Second) in Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

    Learning Outcomes

    At the end of this topic, you will be able to

    1. Identify the reasons for the two coups in 1987
    2. Understand the role of political parties and
    3. Discuss the significance of GCC during the political upheaval of Fiji
    • Schedule of this Week (copy) (copy) Page

       

      Provided in the table given below is your schedule for this week. Kindly make time to access the required resources, attempt the online activities on Moodle and also attend the weekly tasks

      Weekly Expectation

      Time Needed for Completion

      View and read lecture (Online)

       1 Hour

      View and read the reading (Online)

       2 hour

      Post into this Week Class discussion forum [Online]

       Half Hour

      Attend the weekly tutorial & workshop (Online)

       2.5 hours

      Course notes - Read through the PowerPoint presentation for this week. - Read the supplementary readings and watch the videos below before attempting the activities.

    • Reading of General elections of 1987 File
    • Tutorial Question Page
    • Discussion Forum and Tutorial Questions

      Dear Students, 

      In this Discussion Forum, you need to read the ppt slides and resource material before hand to answer the tutorial and discussion forum questions

      Q 1. What were the reasons for the two Fiji's coups in 1987? What role political parties played during the Coup? [Tutorial Question]

      Q 2. Explain the Role of Great Council of Chiefs during the Coups? [Discussion Forum] [Refer to week 3 Lecture on GCC]

      How do I make a post?
      1. Click on the "Add a new discussion topic" link below.

      2. In the discussion window, enter the subject/topic of your discussion.

      3. Enter your discussion in the "Message" box.

      4. Then click on "Post to forum" link at the bottom of the page.

    • 1987 Coup URL

      Dear Students,

      Kindly have a look at the documentary of 1987 Coup, and analyze the events that led to the Coup. Use the documentary to answer the tutorial and Discussion forum question.

      All the best

    • Week 10: 1987 Coups File Uploaded 11/05/20, 10:50
    • Another Reading on Coup 1987 File Uploaded 11/05/20, 10:54

      Dear Students

      Refer to this reading in order to understand different arguments of reasons of 1987 coups.


    Week 11: Constitutional Changes

    The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of Fiji's Constitutional Changes in 1990 and 1997. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

    Learning Outcomes

    At the end of this topic, you will be able to

    1. Understand the clauses of Fiji's second Constitution of 1990 and third Constitution of 1997.
    2. Discern the reasons that led to the review of the 1990 Constitution and analyse the defects of this constitution

    To help you gain a deeper understanding of this week's topic, go over the resources below, videos and attempt the tutorial activities..

    Refer to the recorded lecture below. There will be a 1 hour tutorial session  through FNU Moodle Chat on this Thursday 1pm-2pm

    • Week 11: Constitutional Changes 1990 and 1997 File Uploaded 4/05/20, 00:12

      Week number eleven highlights the constitutional changes that happened between 1990 and 1997 constitutions. 

      The pre-recorded lecture below on week 11: Constitutional Changes of 1990 and 1997. You can download the lecture notes (PPT Slides) and simultaneously listen to the lecture.

    • Schedule of this Week Page

       

      Provided in the table given below is your schedule for this week. Kindly make time to access the required resources, attempt the online activities on Moodle and also attend the weekly tasks

      Weekly Expectation

      Time Needed for Completion

      View and read lecture (Online)

       1 Hour

      View and read the reading (Online)

       2 hour

      Post into this Week Class discussion forum [Online]

       Half Hour

      Attend the weekly tutorial & workshop (Online)

       2.5 hours

      Course notes - Read through the PowerPoint presentation for this week. - Read the supplementary readings and watch the videos below before attempting the activities.

    • Constitution 1990 File
    • Only for personal Use. Constitutional and Political Change in Fiji Research Paper 7 1997-98 Dr Stephen Sherlock Page

      https://www.aph.gov.au/About_Parliament/Parliamentary_Departments/Parliamentary_Library/pubs/rp/RP9798/98RP07#MAJOR

      Dear Students,

      Refer to this reading for writing the tutorial and discussion forum answers

      Post your answers in Discussion Forum

    • Discussion and Tutorial Question Forum

      Dear All,

      Hope you have read the ppt slides of this week and referred to a resource provided. After this, discuss the questions given below and add the answer of both tutorial and Discussion forum question in the Discussion Forum

      1. What were the major factors that led to the review of the 1990 Constitution and how it was formulated? [Tutorial Question]
      2. What are the major points of 1990 and 1997 Constitutions? [Discussion Forum Question]

      How do I make a post?

      1.  Click on the "Add a new discussion topic" link below.

      2.  In the discussion window, enter the subject/topic of your discussion.

      3.  Enter your discussion in the "Message" box.                             

      4.  Then click on "Post to forum" link at the bottom of the page.

    • Tutorial Question Page

      Dear All,

      We will not have a face-to-face class again this week. Kindly requesting to read the slides, with resource material and youtube videos to understand and answer the questions given below to upload in the discussion forum.

      What were the major factors that led to the review of the 1990 Constitution and how it was formulated? [Tutorial Question]

      Note: all students up to Week 11 has to submit their presentation by this Friday in the link provided (uploading presentation that qualifies 25 % your assessment)

      Please keep checking the Moodle to update yourself on the weekly activity which requires you to read and do what is required to be submitted on Moodle before the due date (till last working day of the respective week)

      Do call your friends and inform them to log into Moodle and to attend to the tasks before the due dates. Thank you to those of you who are completing the tasks assigned for you.

      Do email me: sakul.kundra@fnu.ac.fj if you have any question.

      Take care and be safe.

       Kind Regards,

      Dr. Sakul Kundra


    Week 12: The 2000 Coup

    The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of 2000 Coup in Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

    Learning Outcomes

    At the end of this topic, you will be able to

    1. Understand the issues involved that led to 2000 Coup. 
    2. Analyse the role played by George Speight during Fiji's third coup
    3. Comprehend the factors that led to the confrontation of government versus military 
    • Schedule of this Week (copy) Page

       

      Provided in the table given below is your schedule for this week. Kindly make time to access the required resources, attempt the online activities on Moodle and also attend the weekly tasks

      Weekly Expectation

      Time Needed for Completion

      View and read lecture (Online)

       1 Hour

      View and read the reading (Online)

       2 hour

      Post into this Week Class discussion forum [Online]

       Half Hour

      Attend the weekly tutorial & workshop (Online)

       2.5 hours

      Course notes - Read through the PowerPoint presentation for this week. - Read the supplementary readings and watch the videos below before attempting the activities.

    • Week 12: 2000 Coup File Uploaded 10/05/20, 23:20

      Dear Students,

      This week topic discusses the 2000 Coup [Fiji's third Coup]. Read the slides, resource material and video clipping to answer the tutorial question in the discussion forum questions.

      Note: This week we will also have a Tutorial session on Wednesday from 1.00-2.00 pm.

    • 2000 Coup Reading File
    • The Failed Businessman Who Took Over The Fijian Government (2000) URL
      The Failed Businessman Who Took Over The Fijian Government (2000)

      Dear Students,

      View this documentary clip to familiarize with one version of political happening of FIji's third Coup of 2000. Identify the major political occurrences in order to support your tutorial question answer. 

    • Discussion Forum and Tutorial Questions

      Dear Students,

      Hope you have read the ppt (with audio), reading and viewed the documentary clip in regard to assess the factors that led to Fiji's 2000 Coup.  Post your answer in the discussion forum with respect to the questions given below

      Q1. What factors led to Fiji's 2000 Coup. Identify the role played by George Speight during the Coup? [Discussion Forum Question]

      Q2. What do you understand of the hostage crisis and how it was resolved? [Tutorial Questions]

      Note: Students you need to post your answers of both the questions together with clearly demarcating the Discussion Forum and Tutorial Question.


    Week 13: The 2006 Coup: To end all Coups

    The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of 2006 Fiji's Fourth Coup and its ramification in  Fiji. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

    Learning Outcomes

    At the end of this topic, you will be able to

    1. Analyze the role played by Bainimarama in Fourth Coup of 2006
    2. Understand the reasons that led to abrogation of the 1997 constitution 
    3. Comprehend the role played by international actors to pressurize Fiji after 2006 to return to democracy.
    4. Recognize the importance of international actors during this phase

    • Schedule of this Week Page

       

      Provided in the table given below is your schedule for this week. Kindly make time to access the required resources, attempt the online activities on Moodle and also attend the weekly tasks

      Weekly Expectation

      Time Needed for Completion

      View and read lecture (Online)

       1 Hour

      View and read the reading (Online)

       2 hour

      Post into this Week Class discussion forum [Online]

       Half Hour

      Attend the weekly tutorial & workshop (Online)

       2.5 hours

      Course notes - Read through the PowerPoint presentation for this week. - Read the supplementary readings and watch the videos below before attempting the activities.

    • 2006 COUP URL

      Dear Students

      Hear the speech given by military commander after 2006 Coup. Use this speech in order to answer the discussion forum questions.

    • Lecture Week 13 File Uploaded 18/05/20, 00:20

      Dear Students,

      Hope you have revised the course of earlier weeks. This week course explains the causes of the 2006 Coup and its implications. This lecture also elaborates on the role of GCC during 2000-2006 and role of RFMF in leading 2006 Coup.

      Note: Two reference books will be uploaded for this theme. 

      1. The 2006 Military Takeover in FIJI A Coup to End All Coups? by  Jon Fraenkel, Stewart Firth and Brij V. Lal (eds)

      2. THE CAUSES OF FIJI’S 5 DECEMBER 2006 COUP BY BRETT A. WOODS https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/d436/cbe5174776b113bf16aeaa1aace493708663.pdf

      Read these books to answer the tutorial questions in the Discussion Forum post.

      We shall be having Moodle chatting one-hour session on Wednesday from 12.30 pm till 1. 30 pm. 

    • Week 13. Part 2: Role of International Countries. Fiji relations with other nations File Uploaded 19/05/20, 13:18

      Dear Students,

      This is Week 13 part 2 where it discusses Fiji role with the international countries around Fiji. Read lecture with audio to answer question in discussion forum

    • The 2006 Military Takeover in FIJI A Coup to End All Coups? by Jon Fraenkel, Stewart Firth and Brij V. Lal (eds) Book

      The 2006 Military Takeover in FIJI A Coup to End All Coups? by  Jon Fraenkel, Stewart Firth and Brij V. Lal (eds)

      Link of free download of this book: http://library.oapen.org/bitstream/id/abacab7c-d47e-43ec-a542-f2e67434c222/458793.pdf

      Download the book and attempt the tutorial question to post in discussion Forum

    • Discussion Forum

      Dear Students

      After reading the Lecture slides and resources provided (Also watching the 2006 video) you need to attempt the tutorial question and post in this discussion Forum

      1. Identify the reasons for the 2006 Coup? Which were the controversial bills that led to the confrontation between the military and government during the phase between 2000-2006? [500-800 words]

      Add the topic and post your answers


    Week 14: New Constitution and 2014 Election

    The topic of this week is about understanding the theme of 2013 Fiji's Constitution and 2014 Elections. It will take you 5-6 hours to complete

    Learning Outcomes

    At the end of this topic, you will be able to

    1. understand the significance of 2013 Constitution and its clauses
    2. comprehend the 2014 election in a relation of political occurrences in Fiji.
    3. identify the role of Fiji First party in the elections and the reasons for their victory
    4. Other contemporary issues
    • Schedule of this Week (copy) Page

       

      Provided in the table given below is your schedule for this week. Kindly make time to access the required resources, attempt the online activities on Moodle and also attend the weekly tasks

      Weekly Expectation

      Time Needed for Completion

      View and read lecture (Online)

       1 Hour

      View and read the reading (Online)

       2 hour

      Post into this Week Class discussion forum [Online]

       Half Hour

      Attend the weekly tutorial & workshop (Online)

       2.5 hours

      Course notes - Read through the PowerPoint presentation for this week. - Read the supplementary readings and watch the videos below before attempting the activities.

    • Week 14 File Uploaded 25/05/20, 15:00

      Dear Students,

      This week also we shall not have live lectures. This week slides discuss about the two themes, firstly about the 2013 Fiji's Constitution and followed by 2014 Elections. 

      Listen to the lecture and read the slides to comprehensively understand the theme. After reading the resource material answer the tutorial questions in discussion forum

      Note: This is the last week of the semester. Kindly submit your presentation if you are pending in the dropbox provided in the moodle shell.

      There were be live chat Tutorial session tomorrow from 1.00 to 2.00 pm, do tell your friends to join the session.

    • Fijian Prime Minister on why the 2013 Fiji Constitution cannot be reviewed by Parliament URL

      Dear Students,

      You need to view this parliament debate to understand the complexity of the issue of review of 2013 Constitution

      You have to use the arguments to answer tutorial and discussion forum questions, to post in discussion forum

      All the best

    • Resource Material File Uploaded 25/05/20, 15:02

      Brij V Lal article discusses the reasons for Fiji First winning 2014 Elections and some important changes made in 2013 Constitution.

      Read this article to answer the tutorial question in the discussion forum

    • Discussion Forum week 14

      Dear Students

      After reading the Lecture slides and resources provided  you need to attempt the tutorial question and post in this discussion Forum

      1. Explain the major provision of 2013 constitution? Critically evaluate.

      2. What factors led to the Fiji First winning 2014 Elections?

      Add the topic and post your answers


    Week 15

    Assessment 3: Short Paragraph wise Questions

    Rubric: Organisation: 10%; Content 70%; Grammar: 20 %

    Assessment 4: Essay type Question

    Rubrics: Organization: 20%; Content 50%; Development: 10%; Grammar & Mechanics: 10%; Style and Referencing: 10%

    • Short Answer Question (Final Assessment Part 1) Quiz

      Answer any five questions from the following in paragraph form. Each question is worth 5 marks and should be at least 6-8 sentences. Total 25 Marks

      1. Discuss the meaning of affirmative action. What were the reasons for the demand for affirmative actions by the Alliance government?
      2. Discuss the role of Mahendra Chaudhary in the politics of Fiji?
      3. Describe the manifestos of Western United Front and its role in the 1982 election.
      4. What were the causes that led to Fiji’s 2006 Coup?
      5. What are the differences between Dove and Flower faction under National Federation Party
      6. Describe the major factors that led to the 1987 Coup in Fiji?
      7. Discuss the features of the 2013 Fiji’s Constitution?
      8. Describe the role of international actors to force Fiji to return to democratic rule after 2006?
    • Essay Type Question HIS 701 SEM, 2020 Quiz

      Guidelines

      1. Attempt the long essay type question in paragraphs form with Introduction, the Main text of answer, Conclusion, References

      2. It is an open book assessment based on the topics covered in this course in 14 weeks in this Unit

      3. Do not exceed the word limit of 1500 words. 

      Choose and answer any one questions only in essay form. A question carry 25 marks and essay should be at least 1000-1500 words

      1. Explain the race politics between the Alliance Party and National Federation party on the issues of Education, civil service appointments and commerce?
      2. What role did Great Council of Chiefs play in the Fiji Politics in the post-Colonial era? Discuss the opinion of Robert Norton and Brij V. Lal in relation to Great Council of Chiefs?
      3. Why land has been the issue of confrontation in Fiji? What were the difference between ALTA and NLTA? How does the expiring of leases create a problem for sugarcane planters?

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