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apple fibre, of £'^0 per ton, seems not to have been taken 
advantage of ; and it may well be that the larger growth 
of the Crowa would render it more remunerative. Some 
idea, too, of the varied purposes to which the fibre could 
be applied might be of advantage as indicating the 
probable stability of the prices quoted in the market, 
when large quantities are assured ; multiplicity of appli- 
cation for trade purposes, would no doubt, tend to per- 
manence of prices ; and it would seem wiser to enquire 
to what degree this is likely to obtain before any pro- 
longed and serious effort is made to encourage and 
establish the cultivation of Crowa, than to have to meet 
unremunerative prices later on, when it will be too late 
to better ourselves. 
Herewith I beg to submit for examination young plants 
of Crowa from the Demerara River showing stunted 
growth on poor soil, and plants from the Moruca River 
in excellent condition. 
The President said it was quite evident that further 
information would be required before the Society could 
recommend the growth of the fibre plant on a large 
scale. He had hitherto understood that it grew wild 
commonly, but now Mr. Quelch shewed them that it 
required careful cultivation. It would be necessary to 
ascertain the proper market requirements, the uses to 
which the fibre would be applied, &c. He would pro- 
pose that the Secretary write to the Imperial Institute 
for further information. 
Mr. Conrad agreed with the proposition of the President. 
The Hon. B. H. Jones spoke of the slow growth of the 
Crowa plant both at Dora and on Pin. Hope. 
Professor Harrison suggested that the Government be 
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