Experimental Agriculture

Experimental Agriculture is a book written by James Finlay Weir Johnston in 1849. The book is a compilation of the results of past experiments in scientific and practical agriculture, as well as suggestions for future experiments. The author aims to provide a comprehensive guide for farmers and agricultural researchers to improve their practices and increase their yields. The book covers a wide range of topics related to agriculture, including soil management, crop rotation, animal husbandry, fertilizers, and irrigation. Johnston draws on his own experiences as a farmer and agricultural researcher, as well as the work of other scientists and farmers, to provide practical advice and recommendations.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of agriculture. The first section provides an overview of the principles of scientific agriculture and the importance of experimentation in improving farming practices. The subsequent sections cover topics such as soil fertility, plant nutrition, animal breeding, and the use of machinery in farming.Throughout the book, Johnston emphasizes the importance of experimentation and the need for farmers to constantly adapt and improve their practices. He also highlights the benefits of collaboration between farmers and scientists, and the role of government in promoting agricultural research and development.Overall, Experimental Agriculture is a comprehensive guide to scientific and practical agriculture in the mid-19th century. While some of the advice and recommendations may be outdated, the book provides valuable insights into the history of agricultural research and the evolution of farming practices.This scarce antiquarian book is a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.