Talks on Manures by Joseph Harris
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"Talks on Manures" by Joseph Harris is a practical agricultural guide written in the late 19th century. This work adopts a conversational format, featuring discussions between the author, a deacon, a doctor, and other local farmers concerning the role and importance of manures and fertilizers in farming. It aims to provide insights into effective farming practices that can enhance soil fertility and improve crop yields. The opening of the book sets the
stage for a series of dialogue-driven discussions on various aspects of farming and manures. The author introduces concepts like the necessity of personal investment in farming, various definitions of manure, and the importance of drawing out soil nutrients for crop growth. Through illustrative conversations, Harris challenges common beliefs about farming practices, highlighting how even experienced farmers grapple with ideas of soil productivity and the necessity of fertilizers. Each interaction builds a foundation for a deeper exploration into agricultural science and practical methods for enhancing crop production. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Harris, Joseph, 1828-1892 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Talks on Manures A Series of Familiar and Practical Talks Between the Author and the Deacon, the Doctor, and Other Neighbors, on the Whole Subject |
| Credits | Louise Hope, Juliet Sutherland, Alicia Williams and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | S: Agriculture |
| Subject | Fertilizers |
| Subject | Manures |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19448 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2006 |
| Last Update | Oct 29, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 689 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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