ABS is sampling from address frames that are usually based, in part, on the USPS files. Although approaches for selecting samples of addresses for mail or in-person surveys have existed for decades, the surveyâs success depends heavily on the availability of a suitable address frame.
Water and water uptake are major factors in keeping cut flowers fresh. A process called hardening ensures maximum water uptake. It simply means placing the freshly cut stem in 110Â° F (43.5Â° C) water (plus preservative). Place in a cool location for an hour or two.
Color is not always an. indication of ripeness. Cool pears immediately after picking if they are. to be stored. The best temperature for cold. storage is 30 degrees F. To ripen, keep pears in a. cool, humid place (60-70 degrees) for a few days. Store in a brown paper bag, box or similar con-. tainer. Dampen a small sponge or some. cottonballs and tuck in the bag to provide humid. conditions for storage and to prevent shriveling.