European colonists on Hispaniola turned to cattle raising and sugar production because there was no gold to be found in the mines.

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This statement is not entirely accurate. While it is true that there was initially little gold to be found on Hispaniola, the colonists on the island also turned to cattle raising and sugar production because of the fertile soil and climate that were ideal for agriculture. Additionally, some gold was eventually discovered on the island in the early 16th century, although it was not enough to sustain the colony's economy.

European Colonists on Hispaniola Turned to Cattle Raising and Sugar