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Australian rabbit farming
Rabbits are inspected after delivery to a country station before being put into cold store before shipment to Melbourne, Australia
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Agriculture Australian Farms Rabbit Rabbits Delivery
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the process of rabbit inspection at a country station in Australia during the early 1900s. Rabbit farming had become an essential industry in Australia by this time, with the animals being farmed primarily for their fur, which was in high demand for the production of felt hats and coats. The scene depicted in this image shows rabbits being carefully inspected after their delivery to the station. The rabbits are arranged in crates or baskets, their soft, velvety fur glistening in the sunlight. The farmers or inspectors, dressed in work clothes and hats, examine each rabbit for signs of disease or injury. This meticulous process ensured that only the healthiest and strongest rabbits were transported to Melbourne for further processing and eventual sale. The backdrop of the photograph is the rustic Australian countryside, with the station buildings and sheds visible in the background. The scene exudes a sense of industry and productivity, as the farmers worked tirelessly to meet the demand for rabbit fur. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the historical significance of rabbit farming in Australia, an industry that played a crucial role in the country's agricultural history. Despite the passage of time, this image transports us back to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the daily routines and hard work that went into the production of rabbit fur in Australia during the early 1900s.
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