6 Lessons in Fruit Growing. 



an attractive form. As their value becomes known, the 

 demand for them will increase. 



The most profitable markets for fruits are not always 

 the largest towns and cities, since these, drawing their sup- 

 ply from extensive areas, are generally better stocked than 

 smaller communities. 



3d. Other conditions. Aside from soil, climate and mar- 

 ket, other conditions should be considered in locating the 

 fruit plantation: 



a. The ahilitij to procure the desired mcuiual labor at a 

 reasonable cost. This need not necessarily be skilled labor, 

 as few of the operations of fruit culture are difficult to 

 learn. More or less of transient labor will be needed, much 

 of which may in some cases be performed by women and 

 children. A location near a thickly-settled community is 

 almost a necessity for small-fruit growing, in which much 

 extra labor is needed during the harvest season. 



b. An available supply of manure or fertilizers at prices 

 that the market value of the crops will Avarrant. Home- 

 made manure is cheapest, but cannot often be provided in , 

 sufficient quantity. Manure can usually be most cheaply 

 purchased in the neighborhood of a town or city, but is 

 sometimes available elsewhere, as from railways, slaughter- 

 houses, glue factories, etc. Commercial fertilizers may be 

 ordered directly, or through agents, to be delivered at the 

 nearest freight depot. 



c. Proximity to fruit establishments. A location near a 

 canning factory, fruit evaporator, or a jelly, jam, cider or 

 vinegar factory is desirable as offering a means for dispos- 

 ing of the lower grades of fruit. 



d. Proximity to package manufactories. A location near 

 a factory that turns out the kinds of packages most used 

 on the fruit plantation, is an incidental advantage. 



