Egg market steadies with mixed storage egg quotes
Prices for storage eggs drift as Chicago houses ease bids amid thin sales. Receipts total 22,859 cases with quotes largely unchanged, while some lots arrive May 1 to May 9. Traders show a firmer tone but no sustained price moves, with bids fluctuating around 21 1/2 to 22 1/2 cents for various grades.
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Chicago
Altberg
Lown
Wisconsin
CBS
Missouri
Kansas
Tennessee
Butter market outlook drifts as prices hold steady
Chicago April market notes demand shown for creamery extras at 26c with bids around 2% while packing stock runs 18 to 19c. Dealers report heavy receipts and a cautious outlook for butter makers if spring weather improves. no market change Friday with 739% receipts to date.
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Chicago
Peaches at Dalton Light Crop Probable Says A J Showalter
From Dalton Georgia April 24 1909 a letter to The Packer reports a very light peach crop at Dalton shipping point. Growthers with 160000 trees show far below average yields. Ethertas in a 5000 tree orchard show decent crop due to thorough spraying. Curl leaf is widespread in unsprayed blocks. Showalter plans to sell Ethertas for cash to Dalton f. o. b. cars at a fair price.
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A. J. Showalter
Cannon
Dalton
Packer
Elbertas
F. C. B. Cars
Fair Price
J. Showalter
Natchez Potatoes Expect Big Shipments From Region
Natchez Mississippi, April 29. About 600 cars of potatoes are expected to ship from Natchez and within fifty miles into Louisiana and Mississippi. The crop will begin moving May 18 to 23, with some early cars earlier due to late planting from unfavorable weather. Vidalia Louisiana, across the river, hosts 500 acres largely controlled by Geisenberger and Sriedler, who have marketing ties with the National Produce Distributing Co. Shippers include Rt Wiener Co, Postlethwaite Chase Co, Waddell Co, and Samuels Co. The Adams County and Concordia Parish Truck Growers Assn acts as a mutual group, not a regular shipping concern.
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Natchez
Miss
Louisiana
Mississippi
Vidalia
Geisenberger & Sriedler
National Produce Distributing Co
Foster Station Growers’ Assn
W. P. Sanderson
Rt. Wiener Co
Postlethwaite, Chase Co
Waddell & Co
Samuels Co
Adams County
Concordia
Cabbage and Tomato Prospects In Humboldt TN Area
Humboldt notes show cabbage acreage held near normal with prices expected to stay favorable. tomato crop may exceed last year with about 600 to 400 cars shipped if yields hold. Berry and bean outlooks rise as strawberry acreage expands. harvest begins mid May with Humboldt Fruit Growers Association arranging shipments and local growers forecasting strong profits from cabbage, tomatoes, and berries.
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Humboldt
Duffy
Treezex
EGG MANKET MARKETS AND WEATHER REPORT
Weather and market notes from Hasier Kansas City detailing stock arrivals and pricing for eggs and related products. Reports of weak demand, bids around 5.70 to 5.90 for current receipts, and unchanged quotations amid light offerings. Weather warmth noted with minor impact on stock quality and storage stock movement in a cautious market.
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Kansas City
Iwuotie Lions
Lee
Chicago
Texas Shippers Report Mixed Crop Prospects and Early Shipments
Texas shippers estimate varying crops across counties with potatoes, tomatoes, watermelons, cantaloupes, and cucumbers. Plantings range from 40 to 180 acres per crop, shipments expected May through July, but overall outlook is hindered by poor stands and weather. Notable mentions include Bonham, Tex. Fayetteville. Candlish. Cotulla. and Waller with several hundred acres of melons and potatoes and dozens of car shipments anticipated.
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Bullard
Yex
Axparagua
Henderson
Tex
Fayetteville
R.K. Bonham
Bonham
Tenuha
L. Hi
Beeville
Sata
S.g. H
Cotulla
Larefo
TL. G
Waller
Berry Trade Slumps As Texas Apples Dominate Trade
Kansas City April market shows slow berry trade with lingering losses on Dickinson and Arkansas stock. Weather dampens demand as cool,rainy days extend holdovers. top Dickinson and Tyler berries trade at around 2.50 per crate while poorer stock drops lower. Appley movement remains steady with Jonathan and Ben Davis varieties selling in small lots. Elgin butter prices fall 0.02 to 0.04 amid gradual output rise.
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Kansas City
Texas
Arkansas
van Buren
Dickinson
Tyler
Tex
Yale
Appley
Jonathans
Ben Davis
Evensville Growers Challenge Berry Control Claim
Evensville readers dispute a published claim of a buyer controlling 60 percent of local berry acreage. They assert the 1908 shipments were limited and that the present season’s figures are unproven. The Proximity party pledges to operate with 1,000 acres, while D. Robinson and others stress conservative estimates and ongoing association activity.
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Evensville
Tenn
Growera
Packer
Pittsburg
M. E.W
Sam
Rhea
T. J. Robinson
T. ¢. Collins
T. Byens
C. A. Gunnaway
Hegement of New Orleans Cabbage Market Report
In New Orleans on April 30 shipping continues with houses on the street packing and loading cars as numerous Incas shipments go out. The stock is being dimmed more closely, giving the package a more satisfactory and marketable appearance. The weekly quotation ranged from 1.50 to 1.65 dollars.
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New Orleans
East Texas potato crop outlook and freight movement
Reports from Treewney Omaha Winnsboro Gilmer and surrounding Texas towns indicate improving potato prospects after recent rains. Plantings include Irish and sweet potatoes with yields 60 to 80 bushels per acre in Bliss Triumph varieties, and shipments planned to New Orleans and Oklahoma. Canning tomatoes and peaches face frost damage. strawberries and cantaloupes see active trade through Winnsboro and associated co-ops.
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Omaha
Vex
Iitve
W. Marrier
Bank of Ona
Mt. Pleasant
Tex
Caining
East Texas
J. We Moore
Conners Celal Elit
Culver
Wie
Murmers
Union
Pitsburg
J. Adelberg
Anil
Winneboro
Texas
N. A. Nabors
Winnsboro Fruit & Truck Assn
R. G. Andrews
Poultry Market Steady In Chicago During Week
Receipts of live poultry were light but adequate to meet demand. Prices showed little change with early Tennessee shipments on Monday fetching up to 4 dollars per dozen for average birds. Birds around one pound quoted 3 to 6 dollars per dozen, while hens and feed fowls were priced lower.
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Chicago
Tennessee
Caubage Prices Fall Amid Oversupply Slump
The cabbage market shows a sharp decline last week with wholesale prices dropping about 2 per cent per cwt. Receipts rise as ships from the Atlantic fleet bring in supplies while Alabama and Texas prices drift under pressure, signaling a sluggish demand and a bulging surplus in the market.
Strawberry shipments rise as market holds at $1.00
Tyler Texas April 22 The Woldert Grower Wo reports that up to Thursday 47 curs of strawberries had been shipped this season. The market Thursday was $1.00 per crate. There will probably be 5 curs more to ship as prices hold up.
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Tyler
Tex
Woldert Grower
Weather and market notes from Potaverbie and South markets
Weather notes from Potaverbie describe a late frost and a promise of warmer days by May, while market reports detail berry quality and pricing in Mississippi, California, and Tennessee. Cucumber, lettuce, and tomato supplies vary with region, demand steady for radishes, and onions and greens showing mixed prices amid rain effects.
Western Fruit Jobbers Affiliation Seeks New Members
The Western Fruit Jobbers Assn. in Omaha is actively recruiting new members. The group, seen as influential in correcting express and transport issues, is adding reliable jobbers weekly. Applications require proof of honesty and standing. Secretary E B Branch offers free information and a member roster to Packer readers who request it.
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Western Fruit Jobbers’ Assn
Omaha
Neb
E. B. Branch
Western Fruit Jobbers’ Axisn
Mississippi River
Linate
Indiana
Michigan
Minnesota
Iowa
Kansas
Montana
Texas
North Dakota
South Dakota
Colorado
Arkansas
Nebraka
Missouri
Oklahoma
Oregon
Utis
Washington
Manitoba
Canada
Branch
Peach receivers settle six per cent commission dispute
New York Philadelphia and Boston peach receivers reach a 6 percent commission deal with manager Joming of the Georgia Fruit Exchange after weeks of negotiation. Fleming, representing the receivers, explains authority while exchanges concede. Georgia crop prospects shrink further with estimates dropping to about 2500 cars and per-grower yields down.
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New York
Boston
Joming
Georgia Fruit Exchange
Georgia Exchange
Alliiger Mleming
Philwelphia
Jenin Idde
Georgy Pritt
Revelvers
J. Mf. Byhtrentiney, Kero & Co. Aml
Tially
Exelanne Cid
Babrenturg
Georgia Print Exchange
Tas
Fleming
Thme
Executive Committee
Lkely
Georgia
Sven
Chattanooga Berry Crop Brightens Outlook in Tennessee
In Chattanooga area the strawberry crop moves to northern markets via a limited express route. Vines are loaded with blossoms, and mild weather keeps fruit safe from frost. Railroads plan a heavy pick this week with potential record shipments between Waterloo and Cincinnati. Apples and pears show favorable prospects while other regions face light yields due to sun and frosts.
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Almont
Chattanooga
Tenn
Strawberr
GQ & CL
Onions Market Activity Signals Shifting Prices
Early week notes show waxas onions moving down as supply tightness and quality varied. By week’s end prices firm slightly with expectations of lighter supplies next week and active trading in certain lots.
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Kainsas
Bermudas
Onions at New Orleans Thu April 29 report
Early week onion receipts at New Orleans were light with slow shipping. Local buyers repacked stock and await the deal opening before large sales. Bayou stock quoted 4 to 1 dollars per bag with some trading in good stock while buyers expect cautious but profitable activity if supplies stay steady.
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New Orleans
Dominion
Mar A
Movement of Texas onions ships 1101 cars this season
Up to yesterday the Bermuda district moved 1101 cars of onions this season, with fewer than 20 left to ship. Weather conditions remain favorable for wax and yellow onions. prices and market demand noted as strong, with the C. D. At line reporting successful shipments from Laredo, Texas.
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Texas
Laredo
Tex
Bermuda
T. A. Austin
D. Durratt Co
Yellows &Co
C. D
Butter markets ease as production rises in cool spring
Kansas City reports a week of declining butter prices due to higher output. Cooler weather slowed vegetation, but warmer conditions this week brought more production. Packing stock values fell to 16 1/2 cents, while demand stayed fairly active and the market remained well cleaned up with ample receipts and growing movement next week.
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Kansas City
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South Carolina
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Humborat Fruit Growers Association
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Moss Cox
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A. Graves
I. Carter
T. M . Campbell
C. H. Boowe
J. N. ‘Koffman
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A. W. Freeman
Clement Bros
J. B. Stallings
da Cox
Uo. Morrison
G. W. Williams
Omoth Sion
Fhom Thexas Shippers
Elgin
Elgin Board of Grade
Treewney
Winnsboro
Herve
Winnsboro Trading Co
A.B. Patterson
Greenville
W. M. Rhone
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Gilmer
P. J. Gee
C. O. McGrath
Pwiteh
Sacree Saelves
Prinelydiy
Florida
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