Practical farming wisdom you can put to work on every acre. A trusted handbook that compiles years of field-tested advice for improving soil, crops, and livestock.
This edition presents a clear path from soil to supper, covering how to manage dung and urine for lasting soil fertility, the science and use of liquid manures, and the practical care of cattle, sheep, and horses. It also offers guidance on drainage, ploughing, timing of sowing and harvesting, and the care of barns and yards to support productive farms.
- How to turn animal waste, including urine, into durable, soil-building manure
- Ways to improve pastures, grasses, and fodder crops for healthier stock
- Strategies for drainage, manure management, and barnyard sanitation
- Seasonal planning for sowing, ploughing, mowing, and harvesting to maximize yield
Ideal for readers of practical farming, homesteading, and rural economy guides who want steady, real-world results from their land and livestock.