Photograph, 1983

Historical information

This photograph was taken by The Herald & Weekly Times and donated to Audrey McFee. chicory was first grown on Phillip island in 1870. It was used in coffee essence and for medicinal purposes.

Physical description

Spreading out chicory over the kiln floor which is heated by a wood fire below the floor. About 2 tons of chicory is spread over the floor to a depth of 45cm.

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