9780260435521 - Factors to Be Considered in Locating, Planning, and Operating Country Elevators Classic Reprint by Perry S Richey (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book gathers insights from a comprehensive study of country elevators, presenting an analysis of their operations, layouts, and equipment. The author meticulously examines the role of these facilities in the grain-marketing system, highlighting their significance in the movement of commodities from farms to processors and terminals. The text provides detailed descriptions of the equipment, services, and practices, including grain receiving, shipping, custom processing, and side-line merchandising. By exploring the management and labor practices employed in these elevators, the book offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by the grain-handling industry. Ultimately, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the critical role country elevators play in the agricultural landscape, underscoring their importance in maintaining an efficient and resilient food supply chain. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.