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winter). Many pounds stock up and unload several times 

 a year. 



Would you want to step into wholesaling? 



This branch of lohstering is somewhat different from the 

 previously discussed branches of the industry. It requires 

 a profound knowledge of the market, for it is the wholesaler 

 who determines the prices paid all down the line, even to 

 the fisherman. And it requires a clientele of customers. 



One firm in Rockland was started by a man whose main 

 asset was a list of New York customers to whom he had 

 previously sold on commission. His market was all set up 

 and waiting before he commenced wholesale buying. 



To sum up: 



The lobster industry is big business. 



It can be a good career for you if you will educate 

 yourself and aim high. 



You can go as far as your abilities and knowledge will 

 permit. 



