Peas for Canning
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Peas for Canning
Peas for canning in Britain. A scene at the canning plant, showing shelled peas emerging from the viners, where they are fed into trays before being covered with ice. Date: 1950s
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Canning Covered Emerging Peas Processing Shelled Trays
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Step into the bustling world of a 1950s pea canning plant in Britain, as captured in this evocative photograph. The scene unfolds before us as bushels of freshly shelled peas are meticulously fed into the viners, their tender green bodies emerging from the machine in a continuous stream. The viners, a crucial component of the canning process, ensure that the peas are blanched and prepared for preservation. The atmosphere is one of focused industry, with workers deftly handling the peas and ensuring they are evenly distributed in the trays. The air is thick with the scent of fresh peas and the faint steam rising from the viner. The men, dressed in protective aprons and hats, work in unison, their faces set with determination and concentration. Once the trays are filled, they are carefully covered with a layer of ice, which helps to cool the peas and maintain their texture and color during the canning process. The ice is also a welcome relief for the workers, who take turns to drink from the nearby jug, quenching their thirst in the steamy environment. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the intricacies of the pea canning process during the 1950s in Britain. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the factory workers, who played a vital role in ensuring that the nation's food supply remained plentiful and nutritious.
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