Excerpt from Scientific Potato Culture: A Book, Concise in Its Form, and Containing a Mint of Suggestions Regarding the Potato and Its Culture
The book contains some interesting experiments on the plant as well as the practical culture of the potato.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, penned by a potato expert with over two decades of experience, delves into the intricacies of cultivating this essential food source. While offering practical advice for California farmers, the author also provides insights applicable to potato growers across the country. The book blends scientific principles with the authorââ â¢s personal observations and experiments. It touches upon the fascinating world of potato breeding, covering topics such as pollination techniques, the creation of new varieties, and the importance of selecting healthy, pure seed stock. The author also highlights the causes of potato degeneration and outlines strategies to avoid it. The book emphasizes the importance of proper soil preparation and fertilization, covering methods for enriching the soil and addressing common challenges such as scab. The author offers detailed guidance on planting techniques, including the appropriate depth for different seasons and soil types. This work, written in 1917, reflects the era's understanding of potato cultivation, a time when the quest for high-yield and disease-resistant varieties was paramount. The book provides a valuable historical perspective on potato cultivation methods, offering a glimpse into the knowledge and techniques that shaped agricultural practices during that period. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332876310_0
Anzahl: Mehr als 20 verfügbar
Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781332876310
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781332876310
Anzahl: 15 verfügbar