Inside One of the World’s Largest Aloe Vera Farms and Its Harvest Process

#AloeVera #AloeVeraHistory #foodhistory In the dry northwest of the Dominican Republic, Universal Aloe operates one of the world’s largest aloe vera plantations, covering roughly 5,000 acres. But even this drought-tolerant plant needs reliable irrigation to produce thick, gel-rich leaves. This video explores aloe vera farming and harvesting in Monte Cristi, from cutting and washing the leaves to manually extracting the clear inner gel. Discover why separating bitter aloe latex is essential, how the plantation developed into a major production operation, and how processing turns a perishable harvest into an ingredient shipped overseas. We also explore aloe’s historical trade and why human labor remains essential despite modern factory equipment. Subscribe to Hidden World of Food for more stories about the history of foods and drinks. #AloeHarvest #AloeProcessing #AloeGel #AloeLatex #DominicanRepublic #MonteCristi #UniversalAloe #ForeverLivingProducts #Agriculture #Irrigation #FoodProcessing #GlobalTrade #WorldHistory