ISBN: 9780266048985 - Farming in the Bluegrass Region: A Study of the Organization and Management of 178 Farms in Central Kentucky (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the prosperous Bluegrass farming region of the early 20th century, a hub of influential agricultural expertise and the birthplace of many prominent livestock breeds. It details the area's longstanding practices, including the techniques that supported the region's status as the thoroughbred capital of the world, and chronicles shifts in farming practices driven by economics over time. The author provides valuable insights into the factors influencing farm profitability, emphasizing the significance of farm size, pasture optimization, and crop yields. Additionally, this book sheds light on the region's unique land tenure system and the integral role of sharecropping in shaping local farming practices. By combining first-hand accounts with an array of statistical data, the author offers a comprehensive analysis of the complex factors that influenced the transformation of farming in the Bluegrass region. This book contributes to our understanding of agricultural practices and their evolution, showcasing the adaptability and resilience of the farming community in a changing economic landscape. 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.…