Sugar cane was once used for sweetner for coke and pepsi- but was replaced by corn syrup- which is why so many americans are obese and have diabetes. I dont consume soft drinks, just water, iced tea with sugar and honey from the bee hives on the island. I also have some sugar cane growing in my yard. To plant it, cut the sugar cane, then dig a small trench and lay it on its side in the trench, then cover it up. It likes water and grows easily. it also attracts snakes. I would like to buy a sugar cane press, to make my own juice, if anyone knows where I can buy one. Thanks, Marco. Voted, followed!