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Joseph gave a general background about his childhood and described rural life in the past. He described the Pitkalija and agricultural life. Joseph recounted the introduction of modern machinery to farming and how useful they were however, modern farmers now face new problems such as new diseases.

Salvu gave a detailed picture of life in the past and his involvement in agriculture as a boy. He gave a detailed account of his work with the British and the negative experiences he faced. During his work in the fields he cultivated wheat, potatoes and onions. He narrated his memories of the second world war, showing how farmers were indirectly involved. Salvu stated that changes have to take place, but we must be cautious of the dangers they hold.

Theme: The craft of farming in the past and how it changed
Dates covered: 1927 - 1991
Filomena gave an account of her involvement in the agricultural industry as a child, including the products that were cultivated and the farming techniques used. She described how the introduction of modern machinery changed the traditional system. Animal husbandry was considered an important asset in her household. Her descriptions of the war showed how difficult it was for a child to work in a field, especially in such situations.

This oral reminiscence gives relevant information regards the slow change that took place within the agricultural activity after the second world war. Moreover, it portrays traditional techniques and machinery that was used at the time.

Guzepp, who was a farmer, described his work in the fields, the tools he used and the crops that were grown.

This interview identifies the traditional features of agricultural activity and the new elements that were being introduced in the sector.

Joseph spoke about his work in the fields, the animals that he used and the crops that were grown.

Mrs Gauci describes her working life in the fields.

Roza recounted her experience of working in the fields together with her family.

Mr Zammit describes his life as a farmer from a young age. He mentions tools used and the type of pesticides they had.

Mr Bezzina describes his experience of having been raised in a family of farmers. He also discusses the tools used and how much work had to be done by hands or by the help of animals.

Mr Bugeja narrates how from a young age he used to help his father work the fields. They used to do it as a part-time because they had other jobs. He used to work as a gardener focusing on diseases and pesticides of crops. He also describes in detail how they used to pull water for their crops.