A/V Geeks 16mm Films | [Citrus Fruits Can1-2, 1950s, silent] @avgeeks | Uploaded October 2024 | Updated October 2024, 1 day ago.
This 1950s footage showcases the intricate journey of citrus fruits, particularly oranges and grapefruits, from grove to table. The process begins with harvesting in orange groves, where farmers tend to citrus trees, planting and maintaining seedlings in dry, sandy soil. Farmers use tractors and irrigation systems to care for the groves, and the fruit is then carefully handpicked from the trees.
Once harvested, the citrus fruits are transported to processing plants, where they undergo various stages of sorting, cleaning, and packaging. Workers at the plants inspect the fruit on conveyor belts, removing underripe or spoiled ones. The oranges are washed under water sprayers, while grapefruits are cut and prepared for canning. Juice and pulp flow through machinery, and cans of citrus juice are packaged for distribution.
The footage also highlights the importance of family in citrus farming, as families tour the groves and processing plants, and gather at breakfast tables to enjoy fresh orange juice and grapefruits. The community atmosphere around citrus farming and production is evident, with a focus on both the hard work of the farmers and the joy of consuming the fresh produce. The scenes of forklifts loading boxes marked "Florida Citrus" emphasize the scale of production and the vital role of the citrus industry during the 1950s.
We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
This 1950s footage showcases the intricate journey of citrus fruits, particularly oranges and grapefruits, from grove to table. The process begins with harvesting in orange groves, where farmers tend to citrus trees, planting and maintaining seedlings in dry, sandy soil. Farmers use tractors and irrigation systems to care for the groves, and the fruit is then carefully handpicked from the trees.
Once harvested, the citrus fruits are transported to processing plants, where they undergo various stages of sorting, cleaning, and packaging. Workers at the plants inspect the fruit on conveyor belts, removing underripe or spoiled ones. The oranges are washed under water sprayers, while grapefruits are cut and prepared for canning. Juice and pulp flow through machinery, and cans of citrus juice are packaged for distribution.
The footage also highlights the importance of family in citrus farming, as families tour the groves and processing plants, and gather at breakfast tables to enjoy fresh orange juice and grapefruits. The community atmosphere around citrus farming and production is evident, with a focus on both the hard work of the farmers and the joy of consuming the fresh produce. The scenes of forklifts loading boxes marked "Florida Citrus" emphasize the scale of production and the vital role of the citrus industry during the 1950s.
We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
![[Citrus Fruits Can1-2, 1950s, silent]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hJgp69xUbgw/hqdefault.jpg "[Citrus Fruits Can1-2, 1950s, silent]
This 1950s footage showcases the intricate journey of citrus fruits, particularly oranges and grapefruits, from grove to table. The process begins with harvesting in orange groves, where farmers tend to citrus trees, planting and maintaining seedlings in dry, sandy soil. Farmers use tractors and irrigation systems to care for the groves, and the fruit is then carefully handpicked from the trees.
Once harvested, the citrus fruits are transported to processing plants, where they undergo various stages of sorting, cleaning, and packaging. Workers at the plants inspect the fruit on conveyor belts, removing underripe or spoiled ones. The oranges are washed under water sprayers, while grapefruits are cut and prepared for canning. Juice and pulp flow through machinery, and cans of citrus juice are packaged for distribution.
The footage also highlights the importance of family in citrus farming, as families tour the groves and processing plants, and gather at breakfast tables to enjoy fresh orange juice and grapefruits. The community atmosphere around citrus farming and production is evident, with a focus on both the hard work of the farmers and the joy of consuming the fresh produce. The scenes of forklifts loading boxes marked Florida Citrus emphasize the scale of production and the vital role of the citrus industry during the 1950s.
We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.")
![[How Trees Help Us Cans 1-2, silent, 1950s]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kYJ-cM7EfB0/hqdefault.jpg "[How Trees Help Us Cans 1-2, silent, 1950s]
This 1950s footage captures scenes of nature, forestry, and familial exploration, highlighting interactions between a father and son as they learn about the environment and Native American cultural practices.
The clips begin with visuals of harvesting and planting, where hands pick apples from trees, shake trees to drop fruit, and plant seeds. This is followed by domestic moments, such as syrup being poured over pancakes at a table. The scenes then shift to the outdoors, where Native Americans are shown rowing through water in a canoe, and later, cutting down trees with chainsaws.
Much of the footage features a father and son walking through the woods, studying tree stumps, and counting tree rings, suggesting a focus on nature education. The pair discuss logs and branches, identify trees, touch leaves, and marvel at acorns they find on the forest floor. There are moments of mishaps, as the boy stumbles or falls, and the duo pauses frequently to examine their surroundings.
Interwoven throughout are shots of Native American practices, including a woman striking a tree with a rock to collect bark and walking through the forest with a basket, possibly demonstrating traditional methods of resource gathering. In a school setting, children watch a tree being planted, symbolizing environmental education, while other sequences feature playful moments such as boys playing baseball.
The film appears to be focused on the connection between people, nature, and cultural heritage, highlighting educational moments, environmental awareness, and traditional practices intertwined with the natural world.
We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.")
