The Christchurch Meat Company' Works , at Picton, were established, in December, 1900, and since then an addition has been made to the buildings. The works are situated on the hill, about two miles to the north of the town, and about eighty-five feet above the level of the sea. They are built mainly in brick, on a solid rock foundation, and are fitted up throughout in a most efficient manner. The works are capable of dealing with about 1500 carcases per day, and the output is increasing every year. Mr. E. J. Kelly is the present manager.