Guayule Harvesting Machine Salinas California 1941

A guayule harvesting machine operates in Salinas, California, in December 1941. This machinery was significant for rubber production during World War II as natural rubber sources were limited. Guayule, a desert shrub, was a viable alternative for rubber, essential for military supplies. This image is part of the FSA/OWI Collection.

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