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Poster, Keep ceaseless watch for Colorado Beetle
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Poster, Keep ceaseless watch for Colorado Beetle
Ministry of Agriculture poster, Keep ceaseless watch for Colorado Beetle, they can destroy our potato crops.
circa late 1930s
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Advice Agriculture Beetle Colorado Crop Crops Destroy Guidance Information Magnifying Ministry Official Pest Pests Potato Vegetable Vegetables Watch
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Keep Ceaseless Watch for Colorado Beetle
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- A Vintage Ministry of Agriculture Poster from the 1930s This evocative poster, titled "Keep Ceaseless Watch for Colorado Beetle," dates back to the 1930s and is a powerful reminder of the vital role that agricultural vigilance played in safeguarding food production during a time when potato crops were under threat from a destructive pest. The poster, which is part of the extensive collection at Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited, features a stern-faced official figure holding a magnifying glass and intently examining a leaf, while the ominous figure of the Colorado Beetle looms menacingly in the background. The caption, "They can destroy our potato crops," serves as a stark warning to farmers and the public alike. The Colorado Beetle, also known as the Potato Beetle, is an insect pest that can cause significant damage to potato crops by feeding on the leaves, stems, and tubers of the plant. The beetles are known to secrete a toxic substance when disturbed, making them particularly difficult to control. During the 1930s, the Colorado Beetle was a major agricultural concern, and the Ministry of Agriculture launched a campaign to raise awareness and provide guidance to farmers on how to prevent and manage infestations. Posters like this one were distributed widely to encourage farmers to keep a watchful eye out for the pests and take action as soon as they were detected. The poster's bold design, with its striking use of color and clear, concise messaging, is a testament to the importance of public information campaigns in addressing agricultural challenges. Today, it serves as a fascinating glimpse into the past and a reminder of the ongoing efforts to protect our food supplies from the threats posed by pests and other challenges.
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