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First Principles of Soil Fertility (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Alfred Vivian

 
9780267986798: First Principles of Soil Fertility (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Understand how to keep soil healthy and crops productive with practical, science-based guidance.

This compact, reader-friendly book explains what plant food is, where it comes from, and how to use it to improve yields without waste.

This edition presents clear, actionable ideas drawn from current science and farming practice. It emphasizes the value of soil fertility, manure, and commercial fertilizers, and shows how to apply them effectively for better profits and sustainable land use. Written to be useful for home reading and for short courses, it aims to help the farmer make smart decisions about soil management.
  • How soil fertility works and why plant food matters to every crop.
  • Practical guidance on manures, fertilizers, and soil management tactics.
  • How to evaluate feeding practices, drainage, tillage, and crop rotation for real returns.
  • Strategies to reduce losses and extend the life of farmland while increasing yield.
Ideal for readers who want a grounded, business-minded approach to soil health and crop production, from small farms to ongoing agricultural study.

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