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Better Loading Methods for Truck Shipments of Peaches in Tub-Type Baskets

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  • Camp, Thomas H.

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Excerpts from the report Preface: Transportation and refrigeration costs account for a substantial part of the total costs of marketing peaches and other fresh fruits and vegetables. Loading methods which increase the rate of utilization of space in the vehicle provide a practical means by which the cost of these services per package can be reduced. The loading methods, however, must be consistent with proper air circulation, adequate refrigeration and ventilation, and structural and legal weight limitations of the vehicle. This study was made to determine the feasibility of adapting the alternately inverted loading method for baskets of peaches to motortruck shipments of the fruit, so as to reduce transportation costs. The study is part of a continuing program of research to reduce costs and improve the efficiency of transportation and marketing of agricultural products.

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  • Camp, Thomas H., 1960. "Better Loading Methods for Truck Shipments of Peaches in Tub-Type Baskets," Marketing Research Reports 311357, United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Transportation and Marketing Program.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:uamsmr:311357
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.311357
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