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Cutting cauliflowers near St Michaels Mount, Cornwall
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Cutting cauliflowers near St Michaels Mount, Cornwall
Three men in Cornwall cutting cauliflowers in the traditional manner and loading them onto a tractor, with St Michaels Mount in the background. One man cuts the cauliflower with a special knife and the second man carries the traditional basket made of willow. This method has today been superceded by more modern techniques (1 of 2)
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1959 Agriculture Cauliflower Conditions Cornish Crates Cutting Growing Harvest Harvesting Loading Method Mount Tractor Vege Table Vegetables Willow
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This evocative photograph captures the traditional farming method of cutting and harvesting cauliflowers in the picturesque village of St. Michaels, Cornwall, England, in the year 1959. Three local farmers work in unison to bring in the ripe cauliflowers, each contributing to the process in their unique way. In the foreground, one man skillfully uses a special knife to carefully cut the vegetable from its base, ensuring that only the mature heads are harvested. Another man carries the freshly cut cauliflowers to the tractor in a traditional willow basket, a method that has been passed down through generations. The third man loads the crates on the tractor, preparing them for transportation to the vegetable market or local homes. The iconic silhouette of St. Michaels Mount, a historic castle and tidal island, stands proudly in the background, adding a sense of timelessness and history to the scene. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the simple yet labor-intensive process of growing and harvesting cauliflowers in the 1950s. The farmers' dedication and hard work, under the green fields and favorable conditions, resulted in the delivery of fresh, high-quality produce to the tables of Cornwall and beyond. The traditional method of cutting and harvesting cauliflowers, as depicted in this photograph, has since been largely replaced by more modern techniques. However, this image serves as a reminder of the rich agricultural history and the strong connection between the people of Cornwall and their land.
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