Co-operative Wholesale Societies - Women Picking Tea
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Co-operative Wholesale Societies - Women Picking Tea
English and Scottish - Co-operative Wholesale Societies - Picking Tea. Only the young leaf fom the BEST Gardens is used! Date: circa 1905
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This photograph, dated circa 1905, showcases a group of women from the English and Scottish Co-operative Wholesale Societies as they meticulously pick young tea leaves in India. The women, dressed in traditional attire, are seen carefully placing the fresh leaves into their woven baskets, ensuring only the finest young leaves are selected. The image provides a glimpse into the rich history of co-operative societies and their involvement in the tea industry. Co-operative societies, a form of business organization owned and controlled by their members, have their roots in the 19th century. The English and Scottish Co-operative Wholesale Society, established in 1863, was one of the largest and most successful co-operative societies in the world. They played a significant role in the production and distribution of various commodities, including tea. The tea gardens in India, a major source of tea for the Co-operative Wholesale Societies, were known for their high-quality tea leaves. The young leaves, which are most prized for their delicate flavor and aroma, are carefully picked by hand. The women in this photograph are likely members of local communities, who were employed by the co-operative societies to work in the tea gardens. The image not only highlights the importance of the co-operative societies in the tea industry but also sheds light on the role of women in the production process. The women's diligent work in picking the young tea leaves contributed to the success of the co-operative societies and the high-quality tea they supplied to their members. This photograph is a testament to the historical significance of co-operative societies and the women who played a crucial role in their success.
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