Moe 
Moe 
Ohio 
Sere 
Marketing Christmas Trees. To determine (1) size of 
Missouri market for trees and evergreen boughs and ascertain 
general problems and trends characterizing the industry; (2) 
consumer preferences with respect to species, size and grade 
of tree and consumer habits in use of trees and evergreen 
boughs; (3) retail level of industry, the present sources of 
supply and their reliability in terms of quantity and quality, 
the calendar period, size and nature of individual operations, 
and basis for pricing; (4) methods of operation, sources of 
supply and problems of wholesalers; and (5) marketing methods 
used and problems of growers. 
For. 245 (NCM-20) 
Marketing and Processing of Hardwood Panelling. To 
determine (1) consumer preference for different grades, sizes, 
and finishes of panels; (2) effects of different finishing 
materials and methods of applying these materials on appear- 
ance of panels; (3) effectiveness of different types of fasten- 
ers for holding panels in place; (4) best methods of manufactur- 
ing panelling; and (5) cost of producing panelling. 
Fore 259 (NCM-17) 
The Market for and Marketing of Ohio Grown Christmas Trees. 
To learn (1) potential market for Ohio grown Christmas trees; 
(2) outlets used by Ohio growers, including prices received 
compared to prices received for trees imported into state; 
(3) reaction of dealers to Ohio grown trees compared to 
imported trees; (4) desirable size, species, and other char- 
acteristics as reflected by dealers; (5) regionality of 
demand of species of Ohio grown trees; (6) approximate number 
of Ohio grown trees marketed at present; (7) number being 
grown at present; (8) possible markets for boughs; (9) market 
potentialities for potted trees; (10) present mode of sale; 
and (11) methods and cost of transportation. 
Agr. Econ., For. 146 (NCM-20), Coop. FS 
