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New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of Marketing Consumer Information Reports


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Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of official retail price market reports on meats, poultry, fruits, vegetables, eggs, and grocery items and contains weekly reports from the Albany (1973-1978) and Rochester (1975-1976) areas. Reports generally provide price information for all types of meats, poultry, fruits, vegetables, and eggs, and suggest reasonably priced items for the week.
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Title:
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of Marketing consumer information reports
Quantity:

0.5 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1973-1978
Series Number:
13440

Arrangement

Geographical by region, then chronological.

Scope and Content Note

This series consists of official retail price market reports on meats, poultry, fruits, vegetables, eggs, and grocery items and contains weekly reports from the Albany (1973-1978) and Rochester (1975-1976) areas. The contents of the reports vary over time but generally provide price information for all types of meats, poultry, fruits, vegetables, and eggs. The reports also suggest reasonably priced items for the week.

Processing Information

This series was apparently transferred to the State Archives circa 1981, but was not officially accessioned until February 2002.

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

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