Tropical Planting

A NYONE with a Practical, All - round knowledge of Tropical Agriculture, who has some ability as a w r jt& r invited to write to the Editor of Pacific Islands Monthly,” Bov 3408, GPO, Sydney.

The publication of a Handbook on Tropical Planting in the South Pacific Territories is contemplated. It will pro vide data and guidance relating to the production of the various kinds of crops which may be grown in the Territories (from New Guinea eastward to French Oceania) ; and it should cover such allied subjects as Soil and Climate, Labour Problems, Local and General Pests, Land Laws, Availability of Markets, etc.

The publishers need some practical help in this project. Knowledge of Tropical Planting is more important than Literary Ability.