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In Europe, it has sustained its industry, and after being worthless in export, its price per ton has become valuable for its uses. Corosus nuts. And the trade that has grown and expanded is the livestock trade, as estimated in the previous report. 150 head of cattle and 370,000 head of sheep were exported in 1909. As for the year 1910, 500 head of cattle and 630,000 head of sheep were exported. This is only a small part of what Sudan can export in this regard. If we consider the victory of security, the increase in population, and the expansion of trade, it is right for us to say that Sudan is at the dawn of a new era. The government's first duty was to establish a strong fortress for Egypt on its southern border. Now, the policy of consolidating peace and security must be transcended to place the country on independent economic foundations. A outlet must be provided for the effort expended after the establishment of security, which receives great support and backing from Europe. The Customs Department published annual statistics containing comprehensive information on all trade sectors. The prices of manufactured goods were better than in 1909. As for the period, the quantity exported increased, but the value decreased due to the severe need for it in the Egyptian province. However, the deficit in what was exported via Halfa was compensated by what was exported from the Red Sea ports. Reference has been made to the great increase in cotton production and the improvement of its quality, which are among the most important events of the year in this regard. The sesame season was good, and its prices were favorable. It is a profitable crop because it is in demand in Europe, the Egyptian province, and Sudan. Groundnut exports have doubled compared to 1909. Patriots are inclined to expand its cultivation. Exports of elephant tusks (ivory) reached 447,000 kilograms, compared to 443,000 kilograms in 1909. However, date exports decreased. As for ostrich feather trade, it is in a bad state. The government has been considering unifying weights and measures in Sudan for some time. To encourage people to adopt the new system, in preparation for its adoption, scales indicating weight in kilograms and Egyptian weights were brought and distributed. From the report of Major Hayter-Smythe, Director of Customs, it is noted that the value of imports increased by £450,000 G.M., exports by £750,000 G.M., and cash by £272,300 G.M. The main reason for the increase.