When the cost of conveyance to the station, of the horses, of the wear and tear, of the men who have to be paid for doing nothing else but look after the milk, is deducted, the profit to the farmer is but small.

He thinks, too, that he notices a decided falling-off in the demand for milk even at this price.
Some dairies find a difficulty in disposing of the milk--they cannot find a purchaser.

He has himself a considerable surplus over and above what the contract allows him to send.

This must either be wasted entirely or made into butter and cheese.

In order to make cheese, the plant, the tubs, vats, presses, and so on, must be kept in readiness, and there must be an experienced person to superintend the work.