Tobacco: Growing, Curing, & Manufacturing by Charles G. Warnford Lock

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Editor Lock, Charles G. Warnford (Charles George Warnford), 1853-1909
LoC No. 08027225
Title Tobacco: Growing, Curing, & Manufacturing
A Handbook for Planters in All Parts of the World
Alternate Title Tobacco: Growing, Curing, and Manufacturing
A Handbook for Planters in All Parts of the World
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Summary "Tobacco: Growing, Curing, & Manufacturing" by Charles G. Warnford Lock is a comprehensive handbook on the agricultural practices related to tobacco, written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a practical guide for planters across the globe who are interested in the profitable cultivation and production of tobacco. The book covers various aspects of growing, curing, and manufacturing tobacco, addressing both traditional methods and modern advancements in the field. The opening of the book provides a thorough introduction to tobacco cultivation, describing its historical significance and global agricultural relevance. It explains the various species and varieties of the tobacco plant, emphasizing the importance of selection based on local climate and soil conditions. The text outlines the fundamental requirements for successful tobacco farming, including environmental factors like climate and soil quality, as well as methods of effective planting and cultivation specific to different regions, particularly focusing on practices from Cuba, India, and the United States. Through this detailed exposition, the reader gains insight into the essential components that contribute to the successful production of high-quality tobacco. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class SB: Agriculture: Plant culture
Subject Tobacco
Subject Tobacco industry
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EBook-No. 56135
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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