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Collin McCarty began reaping tobacco
"Collin McCarthy began reaping tobacco 5 weeks ago on the 5 acres lot of land given to him by Carreras of Ja. Limited. to cultivate tobacco, he is joined by school boys and girls earning up to $18 weekly to buy school books among other things."
Farmer examining his crop regularly for detection of pests
"The careful farmer examined his crop regularly for early detection of pests and diseases. Attacks by Aphids or incidences of Black Shank and other diseases require immediate attention."
Hillside farming & burning, Blue Mountains St. Andrew or St. Thomas
Land clearance by burning, Blue Mountains, St. Andrew/St. Thomas?
Holland Mountain farmer
"The Steering Committee of the Holland Mountain farmers after their election on Saturday afternoon. At right is leader Aston Whyte."
Irrigation of the Tobacco
"Irrigation of the tobacco: an essential aspect of the cultivation of this crop, is done using pumps and piping provided by the Company. Pumps are installed at the riverside and a network of pipes is laid throughout the field. The tobacco need,…
New farm tools
"New farm tools: Agriculture Minister, Dr. Percival Broderick [centre] examines a new lightweight fork for farmers. This fork is made of aluminium and wood and costs $18. Occasion was the reopening of the JAS farm store in May Pen, Clarendon last…
Overhead irrigation system being used on tobacco plantation at Coley's Farm
"Overhead irrigation system being used on tobacco plantation at Coley's Farm. 35 year old Alexander Lee is seen pulling up shrubs in his 2 acres field."
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Reggae Falls in St. Thomas, Jamaica
Reggae Falls, located in the Hillside district near Seaforth in St. Thomas, Jamaica. It is also known as 'Dam Head' amongst locals.