Pumicelands
Originally released in 1954. Pumicelands is a documentary film. directed by John Feeney. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This film shows how the Central Plateau of the North Island was transformed into fertile pastureland by the men of the Land Settlement Board and the Lands and Survey Department. Cobalt was imported from Canada and sulphur from Louisiana. Hillsides were burnt off and the soil ploughed, fertilised and sown with seed and phosphate.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pumicelands about?
This film shows how the Central Plateau of the North Island was transformed into fertile pastureland by the men of the Land Settlement Board and the Lands and Survey Department. Cobalt was imported...
Who directed Pumicelands?
Pumicelands was directed by John Feeney.
How long is Pumicelands?
Pumicelands has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Pumicelands released?
Pumicelands was released on January 1, 1954 in theaters.