An Average Rule to Judge of Cheese
The work presents a detailed analysis of cheese production and its economic implications, particularly focusing on the efficiency and profitability of cheese manufacturing in Ontario. It begins by establishing a basic conversion ratio of milk to cheese, indicating that ten pounds of milk yield one pound of cheese, which can be sold wholesale at ten cents per pound. The text highlights the scale of production, noting that factories can produce substantial quantities, with one factory capable of generating a quarter million pounds of cheese in a season, translating to significant revenue. The author emphasizes the widespread presence of cheese factories across Ontario, with around one thousand facilities contributing to the local economy. A specific company is mentioned that produces over one million pounds annually, showcasing the industry's capacity for rapid order fulfillment, which allows for premium pricing. The work contrasts cheese with other agricultural products, particularly grains, pointing out the logistical advantages of cheese in terms of shipping. It notes that cheese is more valuable per pound compared to barley, wheat, or peas, making it a more profitable product for transport. Overall, the piece serves as a practical guide for understanding the cheese industry's economic landscape, production capabilities, and advantages over other agricultural commodities.
By James McIntyre · First published 1850 · Genre: Poetry, Agricultural Literature, Economics · 218 words
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An average rule it will be found Ten pounds of milk will nmke one pound Of cheese, will sell in numbers round Wholesale at ten cents a pound.
In season, factory can with ease Make quarter million pounds of cheese, Which doth sum up the figures grand In dollars, twenty-five thousand.
Judge of the stream of milk doth flow To factories in Ontario, Where they number one thousand Scattered o'er this fair, fertile land.
One company hath branches near Makes o'er one million pounds a year;
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: James McIntyre
- Date: 1850 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Agricultural Literature, Economics, Regional Literature, Didactic Literature
- Length: 218 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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- Poetry — The work is written in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Agricultural Literature — The content focuses on cheese production and the dairy industry, relevant to agricultural themes.
- Economics — The poem discusses the financial aspects of cheese production and market value, linking it to economic themes.
- Regional Literature — The references to Ontario and local practices situate the work within a specific geographical context.
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Cheese · Literary Fiction · Humor · Satire · Poetry · Food · Canada · 19th Century · Novelty · Absurdity · Wordplay · Language