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A snapshot of American horticulture during the early 1940s, this volume gathers the thoughts and findings of growers, researchers, and extension agents devoted to nut production. The opening pages lay out a thorough disclaimer, then introduce the association’s leadership, committees, and a roster of members spanning the United States, Canada, and even the Canal Zone, reflecting the wide‑reaching network that supported the industry.
Beyond the organizational details, the report offers a collection of articles on practical topics such as pesticide regulations, cultivar performance, and orchard management techniques that proved successful in specific locales. Readers will discover early‑war discussions on adapting practices to shifting labor and material supplies, as well as insights into experimental varieties and regional contests. It serves both as a historical record of a professional community navigating wartime challenges and as a source of timeless horticultural advice for anyone interested in the legacy of nut farming.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (329K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Janet Blenkinship, Barbara Kosker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2007-09-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.