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Fig Cuttings for 2105

Due to work schedules it will not be possible to take all of our cuttings at once, as in previous years, which, logistically, means that we cannot put out an availability list as in previous years. At this point in time it appears that our only option will be to list them for sale on Ebay as there is time to take the cuttings over the next several weeks.

 They will be under the Ebay seller ID of “pitangadiego” or http://www.ebay.com/sch/pitangadiego/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
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That works.

It'll be interesting to see the bidding on the various varieties.
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eBay...meh.
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Well so much for getting E category figs this year. ...at a good price that is.
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I was looking forward to the big sale to for forum members. :/
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This is truly unfortunate for Forum members. I thought one of the benefits of being a member was NOT to have to bid on cuttings through eBay.
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Hey things happen, it's a lot of work. Just remember and be appreciative of past good deals. There are only a few more to add to my list and I will just wait it out. Thanks Jon.
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That will work and everyone will have an opportunity.
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Uh oh and to think I just swore off ebay this week.  May have to rethink that resolution
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Does anyone have the file from last years, I tried reading through the one thread from 2014 and didnt see it. Not sure if anyone saved it, but I think itll help people get an idea of what could be available. (And I want to see it too)
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A link wouldve worked....
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why so many posts?
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In the past, when the list was released, members could make their selections at fixed rates from the whole lot and have their shipping amount calculated based on the amount of cuttings in the final order.
Now, if someone wins an auction for one variety, would you hold onto that one order until the end of the distribution season so the buyers would be able to save money on shipping if they wanted more varieties?

Also, will any varieties be available for the "buy it now" option?
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LOL.. it could've been done just in ONE post
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I think this link works: http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/file?id=1793118    
A few posts below is the original 2014 list in doc form.



edited after getting on a computer instead of my phone: 
The list posted above by abcd in pieces is actually the second list with the leftovers, not the original list from February 2014.
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Thanks Ed, you beat me to it.
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I'm a bit disappointed that it didn't happen this year. Hopefully next year. :)
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He said he was going to "list them for sale on ebay."  My guess is most or all will be a fixed price.

Edit - Oops, just checked his link.  So far all are auctions.
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They are all auction
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Jon
Best of luck with the auctions. I think it is a great way to help raise money for the foundation....But lots of work indeed
It will  definitely be interesting to watch
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Good for you Jon.
Time to , finally, make some money:)
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For those interested, here is last year's list in a document form.  I am doubtful Jon will be able to offer as many varieties by auction this year.

I will say that although I am a little disappointed that Jon has had to change how he is distributing his cuttings, I understand and accept that.  First, the fig plants are his, he has a right to do what he wants.  I do not think that we as forum members have any right or privilege, as someone stated above.  Second, which of us would do all of that work for so little in return?

Thanks Jon, for making them available in any form!  Is there going to be a way for requesting certain varieties be added to the auction list, say 'XYZ fig' if it does not show up for auction?  And I like the idea above of holding cuttings for shipping, if a member is interested in bidding on a number of varieites.  But that of course makes the work much more complicated.


Wish I lived in the SD area, I'd volunteer to go help with the work for a few days...would be like an internship in fig raising.  :)

 
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Sorry to hear this. It appears that the Hobby has gone out of the Figs. Oh well.
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Well, it looks like I am going to figure out Ebay auction strategy....... I hope to stay under $20.01 on my bidding, don't anyone go $20.02....LOL
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Totally understandable as I can't even imagine the amount of work involved. It's a shame though that eBay will make so much off the fees. Would almost like a couple in person auctions. I would fly out west for that!
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Hi,
Be prepared for the truck load of cuttings... If when winning an auction you get them all :) from that strain - all as in the pic .
Or how is it going to be ?
Auction is normally for one baggie - if there are 10 baggies for one particular strain ... Will it be an auction per strain per week ?
Or will it be the 10 best auctions getting served ? @Armando, if so then you need to monitor the 10th best offers ... Just saying .

Just out of curiosity of course :) .
@RichinNJ, meh too :)
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Thanks Rich, you is smart........if the price goes well he may take the top bids.....if I bored I will bid on everything...LOL ......  I have my Madiera, but heard their are more than one, will bid on them all.  I like the Black Figs, they remind me of my dad's missions, we waited every summer for those beauties.
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That's disappointing.  I thought that was one of the perks of membership.  Was so looking forward to the list next month.  Was hoping to finally get a Maltese Beauty or Ice Crystal this year.  I'm sure everything I'm be interested in this year will sky-rocket on ebay.
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Some members will use the money they normally donate each year as bidding money. This could offset the auction price which will definitely be higher than Jon's generous selling price from 2014. If you still do not win what you want then use that money as an offer to another member for the same varieties. Just a thought.
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I'm sure John had a hard time coming to this, and an even harder time informing everyone that this is what he is being forced to do this year.  It is a privilege to be able to buy from John no matter what the media is.  Hopefully John will be caught up next year and go back to business as usual, this year I hope he is able to make more money then normal, not only will it benefit the foundation, it will benefit all of us in the long run. 

John, I wish you the best on E-Bay, that sounds like a huge amount of work as well, I don't envy you my friend.

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Rule # 1 of ebay. QUIT BIDDING !!!!!!
NO BIDDING TILL THE LAST 2 SECONDS! !!
NEWBIES! !!
NOBODY GET MAD THIS IS A JOKE.
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Too bad! It is already written on a post-it note :)

Well, actually, I wrote: eBay sucks ( money and time ), go fishing!
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Ebay is gambling. Same need gets met but at least you always win somthing. sometimes its not what you wanted.
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Richard, I thought I was the only one who bids at the last second....LOL
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Yes me too. I am like a thief in the night lol. Thats how you win.
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Negronne  $46. WOW .....
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I got negronne for free off here for trade along with panache. Genovese jolly tiger. Etc.
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Originally Posted by abcd
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Why are you selling cuttings on eBay people gave to you to grow?
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First of all nobody gave me anything, I bought all cuttings for a price people ask. So now it is my property and I can eat it without butter.
And you and few other keep your business to yourself, everybody have right to make a $$ for any reason they believe suits them.
Some members here trying to sell cuttings in hundreds and then crying publicly that it did not happened.
Need a tissue?



Maybe you missed the mission statement of this forum...
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There are people selling cuttings on this forum that make a small profit. They are not giving them for free. So who ever buys them can do,whatever they want. Stand your ground ABCD. LOL.

FREE WOULD BE IF ABCD JUST PAID SHIPPING. JUST SAYING.
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There are people selling cuttings on this forum that make a small profit. They are not giving them for free. So who ever buys them can do,whatever they want. Stand your ground ABCD. LOL.

FREE WOULD BE IF ABCD JUST PAID SHIPPING. JUST SAYING.


Before opening your pie hole supporting the profiteers you should get the facts...

They were a gift.
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The fact is that most of members here advertising their sales on eBay-
including latest one - " Chicago Hardy"- 178 ea.
Any more questions about personal business, which should not be your problem. Get a life, buddy..............
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You dont have to talk to people like that drama queen. Go to Facebook. More suits your needs
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If you receive 4 or 5 cuttings of a certain variety,why couldn't you sell a few to recoup costs?
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Bravo !
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abcd, you have no clue about what the intent of this forum is.  You are a greedy person taking advantage of the intent of the folks here for you personal agenda. You apparently have no problem being a user of generous people.  Shame on you!
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abcd, you really don't get the whole community intent here at all do you?  You don't have a clue what this is about!
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I got mine in today. Very good quality. Very happy with my purchase. Did you get any?
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You did not answer a question!
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 Sure I did.  It is sad when people take advantage of members of this forum that are generous and helpful and then you take advantage of their generosity and try to justify it.  Again, shame on you! 
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