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we know of one case where an experiment of the kind 

 proved satisfactory, and much less expensive than sinking 

 wells in that particular instance. 



Where running streams or ponds supplied by springs 

 are at command it may be worth the expense of raising 

 the water by mechanical means instead of depending 

 upon the laborious and costly method of carting. 

 Hydraulic rams can be used when a sufficient fall is 

 obtainable, but there are several excellent forms of lightly 

 constructed iron windmill pumps that are both cheap 

 and serviceable in this work, and they are adapted for 

 use anywhere. Whether spring, river, or rain water is 

 the source of supply, ample tank space must be provided 

 for storage and exposure of the water to atmospheric 

 influences. To ensure the raising of the temperature 

 the tanks should be wide and somewhat shallow, in 

 preference to those that are narrow and deep. 



The buildings required upon a market-garden hold- 

 ing will vary with the extent and the character of the 

 business conducted. In most cases roomy sheds for 

 sorting and packing purposes are essential ; if fruits are 

 grown largely, especially late apples and pears, storing 

 arrangements must be provided. For the first-named 

 object, cheap boarded buildings, with ample windows, 

 will suffice, or corrugated iron sheds are obtainable in 

 various sizes and shapes at moderate prices prepared for 

 erection on any site. Some firms quote prices including 

 railway carriage, and completing the building in accord- 

 ance with specifications and plans which are supplied 

 free. Besides the provision for packing, space is needed 

 for keeping empty boxes and baskets under cover, also 

 some special accommodation is required wheni these are 

 made upon the premises. It is advisable to have some 

 sheds open in the front, and of sufficient height to permit 

 a loaded cart or waggon being drawn under the roof in 

 wet weather. In storing fruits extra care is necessary 



