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Storage is an integral part of the business of growing 

 and marketing fruits. 



On-the-farm storages often can be used to advantage 

 in storing several crops which enable growers to make 

 retail sales throughout the season. 



Growers who have such structures are in a position 

 to hold sweet cherries, peaches, and plums for several 

 days or even weeks beyond the normal season. Doing 

 so often enables them to realize substantially greater 

 returns. 



This plan was developed for the operator who plans 

 to sell a considerable amount of farm produce on the 

 retail market. 



The storage building is 24 feet wide and 52 feet long 

 and contains a cold storage, packing, and retail sales 

 room. Approximate capacity is 3,000 bushels. 



The cold storage room is approximately 24 feet 

 square with a floor-to-ceiling height of 14 feet. The 



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walls are constructed of 2 by 6 studs and insulated with 

 5-inch batts. The ceiling is covered with medium density 

 plywood and 8 inches of loosefill insulation. 



The 4-inch concrete floor is cast over 4 inches of rigid 

 waterproof insulation. 



An envelope is made of 6 mil polyethylene vapor 

 barrier which covers the ceiling, walls, and floor as 

 shown on the working drawings. 



If the natural grade does not allow sufficient dock 

 height, provide a pit ramp with either natural tile 

 drainage or a dry well. Install steps where needed. 



Complete working drawings may be obtained from the extension 

 agricultural engineer at your State university. There may be a small 

 charge to cover cost of printing. 



If you do not know the location of your State university, send your 

 request to Agricultural Engineer, Extension Service, U.S. Department 

 of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250. He will forward your request 

 to the correct university. 

 ORDER PLAN NO. 6145, STORAGE BUILDING FOR FRUITS. 



Issued August 1975 



UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Miscellaneous Publication No. 1309 



For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402 - Price: 25 cents 

 Stock Number 001-000-03431-6 Catalog Number A 1.38:1309 



