Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the Second Annual Meeting / Ithaca, New York, December 14 and 15, 1911

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22312

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Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the Second Annual Meeting / Ithaca, New York, December 14 and 15, 1911

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This 1911 report documents the second annual meeting of the Northern Nut Growers Association in Ithaca, New York. It features expert addresses on pecan culture, chestnut bark disease, and hickory pests, alongside proceedings from the organization's founding. The text offers historical insights into early 20th-century horticulture, propagation techniques, and regional agricultural challenges.

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Published in 1912, the *Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the Second Annual Meeting* documents the organization's second gathering in Ithaca, New York, in December 1911. The volume opens with a disclaimer clarifying that articles represent individual findings rather than official endorsements, and includes a welcome address by Professor John Craig of Cornell University, who highlighted the college's support despite the absence of Director Bailey. The Secretary's Report details the association's formation in November 1910, establishing its constitution, rules, and initial officers, including President Robert T. Morris and Secretary W. C. Deming. A central theme of the proceedings is T. P. Littlepage's address on pecan culture in the North. Littlepage recounts his early failures growing pecans from seed due to poor germination and rodent damage, illustrating the necessity of grafting or budding from superior stock. He advocates for the association's role in disseminating scientific knowledge to counteract misconceptions about transplanting pecans and the reliability of seedlings. The text defines the "Indiana Group" of pecans, emphasizing the selection of trees with rapid growth, regular bearing, and high-quality nuts. Littlepage notes that while many believe pecans cannot be transplanted, evidence suggests they recover quickly, unlike cherry trees. He also warns against the dangers of "fake promoters" and inferior nursery stock. The report addresses serious agricultural threats, including the hickory bark borer and chestnut bark disease. Correspondence from New York State Commissioner Calvin J. Huson discusses legal measures under Chapter 798 of the laws of 1911 to eradicate infected trees. The volume lists association officers, state vice-presidents, and members, and includes advertisements for nurseries promoting hardy nut trees. Resolutions from a Pennsylvania conference urge federal and state cooperation to combat chestnut blight, recommending funding, quarantine, and public education. The report serves as a historical record of early efforts to professionalize nut growing in the northern United States, aiming to expand the pecan area and ensure a reliable supply of this valuable nut.

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