There is an area of 20% across which was cut out prior to restriction and consequently could not be planted hitherto, but it is hoped to obtain permission to replant this in. 1939. Meanwhile, it is lying fallow and is maintained under a cover of mixed Jegumes and free from lallang.
The average area in tapping during the year was 3047 acres and the yield per acre tapped was at the rate of 473 1b. per annum. In view of the intention gradually to replant the major portion of the estate the tapping system in vogue is somewhat mote severe than would have been the ease otherwise, The rubber is now being manufactured on Chemor Estate to. the benefit of the costs of each estate, There were several changes in the labour position, but a satisfactory force is now established on the estate. Here again there was a rise in wages nearly 25 per cent.
The health conditions were much improved by reason of a better water. supply and the antimalarial work that was carried on. The weeding costs, dispite the rise in wages, were 20 cents per acre per month the same fas last year. All fields are up kept free from undesirable growths and are under various legumes.
All diseased trees have been -removed and pruning attended to where necessary.
The root disease is. still prevalent in all fields as in the past, but affected trees are isolated wher discovered.
All buildings have been given the necessary attention and are in fair condition.
Mr. A. E. L. Smith managed Chemor gnd Klebang: Estates and Mr. 1M. Dawson managed Batu. Dua Estate throughout the year. Our best thanks fare due to these two gentlemen and to Mr. Pinching, our Technical Adviser, and to the Penang agents for the very efficient manner in which they have administered the affairs of the company during the year.
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