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Haymaking

A man holds the reins of two horses pulling a hay wagon. Two men stand on the cart.

Haymaking in Grondines, early 20th century.
Source: Fonds Anna Laganière, Centre d’archives régional de Portneuf.

In the 19th century, subsistence farming was the mainstay of Quebec villages. In summer, haymaking was the order of the day. Haymaking was a crucial period, as grain cultivation was necessary not only to support large families, but also to feed livestock.