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A revealing memoir of 50 years in California citrus and walnut farming, and the rise of cooperative marketing.
Charles Collins Teague recounts a long, eventful career in agriculture. This book traces the development of California’s citrus and walnut industries, the cooperative movements that shaped them, and the people who helped build two enduring industry leaders. It offers a personal window into a pivotal era of farm economics, policy, and community effort.
Structured as a life’s work shared with readers, the narrative blends business challenges, leadership decisions, and a steadfast commitment to farmers’ profits. It covers the rise of the California Fruit Growers Exchange, the California Walnut Growers Association, and the transformation of marketing from scattered brokers to organized, cooperative effort.
- Insights into cooperative marketing and how a farmers’ alliance changed markets
- Behind-the-scenes look at building and running a large ranching operation
- Historical context for California’s citrus and walnut industries and their policies
- Character-driven stories about leadership, honesty, and public service
Ideal for readers of agricultural history, business leadership, and California farming heritage.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating memoir recounts the author's extraordinary journey from his humble beginnings in rural Maine to becoming a prominent figure in California's citrus and walnut industries. The author provides an intimate glimpse into the pioneering spirit that shaped the development of California's agricultural landscape. This book not only offers a historical perspective on the growth of these industries but also delves into the author's personal experiences and philosophies, providing valuable insights into the indomitable spirit of those who shaped the American agricultural landscape. Its vivid accounts of overcoming adversity and the transformation of California into a major agricultural powerhouse make this book a valuable addition to the literature on the history of American agriculture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330761748_0
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