Wheat Growing in Australia by Australia. Department of External Affairs
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| Author | Australia. Department of External Affairs |
|---|---|
| Title | Wheat Growing in Australia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Wheat Growing in Australia" by Australia. Department of External Affairs is a scientific publication likely written in the early 20th century. This book serves as an informative guide surrounding the importance of wheat farming in Australia, highlighting the vast potential for agriculture in a country known for its fertile yet largely untouched lands. It focuses on various aspects of wheat growing, including land use, farming methods, and the economic viability of wheat production. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the wheat farming industry in Australia, detailing the climatic conditions, soil types, and rainfall patterns that affect crop yield. It discusses the advancements in farming techniques and the assistance available to new settlers, particularly through governmental support and educational resources. The publication also emphasizes the significance of wheat in the global food supply and Australia's potential role as a leading wheat producer, discussing topics such as appropriate farming implements, crop management, and the share-farming system that enables those with limited capital to engage in agriculture successfully. Through various regional examples and statistical data, it presents a hopeful outlook for the future of wheat farming in Australia, advocating for increased settlement and development in agricultural practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Wheat -- Australia |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24994 |
| Release Date | Apr 5, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 332 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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