Weeding Guayule Nursery in Salinas California 1941

Workers weed seedbeds at a guayule nursery in Salinas, California, in December 1941. Guayule is a drought-resistant shrub used for latex, which became significant for rubber production during World War II. The U.S. aimed to reduce reliance on overseas rubber sources, making guayule cultivation vital for national needs.

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