Mr C. D. Beatson, of Richmond, brought to the Nelson "Mail" office last week a very fine sample of green peas grown on the hills at Richmond. The peas were planted during the last week in April, and they have matured in a manner that could not be excelled in the ordinary season. One reason why the peas do so well in this loealitv is that the ground selected for the purpose is steep and well drained, the soil being composed largely of broken rock. It faces the sun all day long, and the water quickly runs away. By this means the conditions are favourable to plant growth, even in the winter months. The peas have been realising os a peck in Wellington, a return that is equal to about £IOO per acre.
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Press, Volume LX, Issue 18107, 24 June 1924, Page 8
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