Crops and Methods for Soil Improvement by Alva Agee
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| Author | Agee, Alva, 1858-1943 |
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| LoC No. | 12026717 |
| Title | Crops and Methods for Soil Improvement |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Crops and Methods for Soil Improvement" by Alva Agee is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on practical agricultural methods for enhancing soil productivity, primarily aimed at farmers seeking to improve their land's fertility. The book covers various aspects of soil management, including crop selection, techniques for soil amendment, and the significance of organic matter in maintaining healthy soil. The opening of the text introduces the fundamental principles of soil improvement, emphasizing the importance of understanding the natural fertility of the land. Agee discusses key concepts such as the necessity of drainage, the role of lime in ameliorating soil acidity, and the benefits of crop rotation. Notably, the text highlights the relationship between plant health and soil conditions, laying the groundwork for subsequent chapters that delve deeper into specific crops, their interactions with soil, and methods for enhancing their growth and nutrient value. Through a practical lens, Agee aims to empower farmers by providing them with accessible knowledge to enhance their agricultural practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | S: Agriculture |
| Subject | Soils |
| Subject | Fertilizers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23682 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 133 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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