Ferndale Creamery Humboldt County Powdered Milk Plant 1920 Real Photo Postcard

The Powdered Milk Plant at the California Co-operative Creamery in Turlock represents a vital segment of California's agricultural and industrial development in the early 20th century. Located in the fertile Central Valley, Turlock became a significant dairy region, and facilities like this plant were crucial for processing and preserving milk into a stable, transportable form. The presence of period automobiles suggests this image dates to the 1920s or early 1930s, a time when powdered milk gained prominence for its convenience and extended shelf life.