Citrus Grove Sign San Juan Texas Grapefruit Picking 1939

A sign stands in front of a citrus grove in San Juan, Texas. In February 1939, absentee ownership in the Rio Grande Valley is evident, as many groves were owned by individuals living elsewhere. Grapefruit picking practices in the area indicate the regions agricultural focus, which played a significant role in the local economy.

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