CHAPTER X. 



GATHERING, STORING AND PACKING OF 

 VEGETABLES. 



IT is of great importance to gather, store and pack 

 vegetables so that when they reach their destination 

 they are fresh and wholesome. Many vegetables are 

 left too long upon the ground before they are used. 

 Some may ask how can large supplies be prevented 

 from turning in at one time thus creating a glut and 

 in the end causing the crop to be left longer than is 

 advisable. This has been explained in the cultural 

 notes. The best remedy is doubtless to sow more 

 frequently and in smaller quantities and to avoid 

 having so much material ready at one time. Vege- 

 tables cannot be too fresh, and private growers have 

 a great advantage over those who have to purchase 

 their supplies. 



With regard to storing vegetables it frequently 

 happens that certain sorts must be stored to prevent 

 injury by frost or to check gross growth. For in- 

 stance, the Cauliflower or Broccoli, lifted with roots 

 intact, may be kept good for weeks in a cool place, 

 whereas in the open it may get overgrown or injured 

 by severe weather. 



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