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Fifteen East Kent Farmers have opened the largest and most modern fruit packing station
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Fifteen East Kent Farmers have opened the largest and most modern fruit packing station
Fifteen East Kent Farmers have opened the largest and most modern fruit packing station in Britain at Faversham.
The pippins have come off the belt and the girls wrap and package them. Jean Back is enjoying a pippin apple.
December 1949
McLellan
mirrorpix
Faversham
Kent
England
GL*3807375
Media ID 21482617
© Mirrorpix
Apple Factory Fruit Production Line
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In this print from December 1949, we are transported back to a time when the fruit industry was booming in Britain. Fifteen East Kent Farmers proudly stand in front of their groundbreaking achievement - the largest and most modern fruit packing station in the country, located at Faversham. The image captures a pivotal moment on the production line, as dedicated women diligently wrap and package freshly picked pippin apples. Among them is Jean Back, who can be seen savoring a juicy pippin apple with delight. Her infectious smile reflects both her enjoyment of this delicious treat and her pride in being part of such an innovative venture. This snapshot not only showcases the significance of food production during the 1940s but also highlights the crucial role that women played within this industry. Their contribution to ensuring quality produce reached consumers' tables cannot be overstated. McLellan's skillful composition allows us to appreciate not just the hard work taking place but also provides insight into how advancements in technology were transforming traditional farming practices. The neatly aligned conveyor belt symbolizes progress and efficiency while reminding us of how far we have come since then. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph, it serves as a reminder of our agricultural heritage and celebrates those pioneering individuals who shaped our nation's food industry for generations to come.
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