Farm Manures is a comprehensive guide to the use of manure in agriculture, written by Charles Embree Thorne and first published in 1913. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the use of manure, including the composition and properties of different types of manure, the methods of handling and storing manure, and the ways in which manure can be used to improve soil fertility and crop yields.Thorne provides detailed instructions on the proper application of manure to different types of crops, as well as advice on ...
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Farm Manures is a comprehensive guide to the use of manure in agriculture, written by Charles Embree Thorne and first published in 1913. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the use of manure, including the composition and properties of different types of manure, the methods of handling and storing manure, and the ways in which manure can be used to improve soil fertility and crop yields.Thorne provides detailed instructions on the proper application of manure to different types of crops, as well as advice on the use of manure in conjunction with other fertilizers and soil amendments. He also discusses the economic benefits of using manure, including its ability to reduce the cost of commercial fertilizers and increase the profitability of farming operations.The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques discussed, as well as tables and charts summarizing key information. Thorne's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both novice and experienced farmers.Overall, Farm Manures is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and the use of organic fertilizers. Despite being over a century old, the book remains relevant today, offering timeless wisdom and practical advice for farmers and gardeners alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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