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A Treatise Of Husbandry: On The Improvement Of Dry And Barren Lands (1760)

A Treatise Of Husbandry: On The Improvement Of Dry And Barren Lands (1760)

Hitt, Thomas

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ISBN10: 1104602105
ISBN13: 9781104602109
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 228
Weight: 0.68
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Treatise of Husbandry: On the Improvement of Dry and Barren Lands is a book written by Thomas Hitt in 1760. It is a comprehensive guide on how to improve and cultivate lands that are dry and barren. The book covers a wide range of topics, including soil management, crop rotation, irrigation, drainage, and livestock management.Hitt's book is a valuable resource for farmers and landowners who want to make the most of their land, particularly those who are dealing with challenging soil conditions. Throughout the book, Hitt provides practical advice and detailed instructions on how to improve the fertility and productivity of dry and barren lands, using methods that are both effective and cost-efficient.The book is divided into several chapters, each one focusing on a different aspect of land improvement. Hitt begins by discussing the importance of soil management, and he provides detailed instructions on how to test soil quality and how to amend it to make it more fertile. He then goes on to discuss the benefits of crop rotation, and he provides examples of different crop rotations that can be used to improve soil health and productivity.In addition to discussing crop management, Hitt also covers livestock management, including how to raise and care for different types of animals, such as sheep, cattle, and horses. He provides advice on how to use animals to improve soil quality and how to manage grazing lands to prevent overgrazing.Overall, A Treatise of Husbandry: On the Improvement of Dry and Barren Lands is a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving the productivity and fertility of their land. Hitt's practical advice and detailed instructions make it easy for farmers and landowners to implement effective land management techniques that can lead to increased yields and improved profitability.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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