Operating Methods and Expense of Cooperative Citrus-Fruit Marketing Agencies (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Andrew William McKay

 
9780332767000: Operating Methods and Expense of Cooperative Citrus-Fruit Marketing Agencies (Classic Reprint)

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This book offers a historical analysis of the cooperative citrus fruit marketing agencies that developed in California from the late 19th century. It details the organizational structure, harvesting techniques employed, and the packing house operations such as washing, grading, and packaging to prevent decay during shipment. The author explores labor management practices and the economic challenges faced by the industry, such as the rising costs of labor and materials. The book further discusses the role of the marketing agencies in standardizing grades, establishing brand recognition, and pooling resources to ensure fair returns to growers. Overall, this book provides a richly detailed and invaluable resource for understanding the historical development and operating methods of cooperative citrus fruit marketing in California.

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9780332612959: Operating Methods and Expense of Cooperative Citrus-Fruit Marketing Agencies (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0332612953 ISBN 13:  9780332612959
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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