Hobson-Huntsinger University Archives Photograph Collection, 1890-1982
Subject (LCSH)
Agricultural laborers
Orchards
Horticulture
Historical context
"As the Spaniards moved along that trail, they planted orchards everywhere," Walser said. "People have old varieties growing in their backyards and they often have no idea what the varieties are or where they came from. We want homeowners to help find and identify varieties and allow us to collect wood from their trees for grafting." Walser said there could be more than 100 different heirloom fruit varieties-including apples, apricots, and pears-scattered along the Camino Real. There are also some old stone fruit trees such as cherries, plums and peaches, but they're harder to find because the trees have shorter life spans and many have died out." Cited from NMSU News Center Archives.
Extent
3 1/4 x 4 in.
Notes
Twelve men in an orchard next to tree. The tree has no leaves. One man is holding pruning shears.