Shoveling Pomace in Strathmore California February 1942

Workers shovel pomace from tanks in Strathmore California where soap oil was extracted from olives. This process utilized a solvent to separate oil from the fruit. The pomace, a byproduct, was recognized for its potential agricultural value as fertilizer. This image dates back to February 1942 and is part of the FSA/OWI Collection.

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