Synopsis
The film "Fresh From the West" explores the evolution of vegetable production and distribution in the United States, particularly focusing on the advancements in agriculture, irrigation, and transportation. It highlights the shift from traditional grocery stores to modern supermarkets filled with fresh, appealing produce. The documentary details various vegetables, their cultivation methods, and the role of technology in harvesting and packaging. It emphasizes the importance of refrigerated transportation in delivering quality vegetables year-round, ensuring that American households have consistent access to fresh produce. Keywords: vegetable production, agriculture, transportation, irrigation, refrigeration, modern supermarkets, fresh produce, harvesting methods, technology, American diet
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Details
- Running time
- 21 minutes
- Collection
- Prelinger Archives
Reviews on the Internet Archive
★★★★ · Where do your vegetables come from? · Spuzz · 2016-09-07
Fun film all about the production of vegetables. From seeding, cultivation, and then harvesting this was actually a beautiful film and I really enjoyed watching it. Great color, and an interesting subject.