Excerpt from Potash and Paying Crops: The Results of the Latest Scientific Investigations in Germany
The prosperity of any agricultural country depends upon the prosperity of its agricultural community, and the latter, in turn, depends upon the quantity and the quality of the crops raised on its land. That country takes the lead, in the long run, which raises on a given area twice as much as another country; that farmer is more prosperous who raises on a ten-acre field as much, if not more, than another does on twenty acres. This plain, simple and self-evident consideration establishes at once the pre-emi nent position which in our days agricultural science should, and as a matter of fact, does occupy in civilized countries. For, the ultimate object of all scientific research, of all work in the laboratory, and of all field experiments, is not so much the unearthing of a scientific truth as rather the practical application of scientific truths to farming, so as to render this pursuit more profitable and less uncertain.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the transformative role of soil nutrition in advancing agricultural science and crop yields, particularly through the application of artificial fertilizers. The author, a leading scientist, delves into the history of soil chemistry and the discovery of nitrogen, phosphoric acid, and potash (kali) as essential plant nutrients. Drawing on groundbreaking research, the book explains how proper fertilization can not only enhance crop production but also preserve soil fertility and reduce nitrogen loss. Detailed guidance is provided on the specific requirements and benefits of each nutrient for various crops, including cereals, legumes, and root vegetables. The author emphasizes the importance of potash in promoting nitrogen uptake and overall plant health, highlighting its transformative effects on light, sandy, and peat soils. By presenting a comprehensive understanding of soil nutrition and its practical applications, this book empowers farmers and agricultural professionals to optimize crop yields and ensure sustainable land management practices. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332825653_0
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