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Westgate, J. M. (John Minton)
1878
1937
Westgate, John Minton
Crimson Clover: Growing the Crop
United States Department of Agriculture Farmers' Bulletin No. 550
Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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"Crimson Clover: Growing the Crop" by J. M. Westgate is a scientific publication released as Farmers' Bulletin 550 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the cultivation of crimson clover, a winter annual legume recognized for its ability to improve soil health and serve various agricultural purposes. Written during a period where agricultural practices were evolving, the book serves as a detailed guide for farmers looking to incorporate this vital crop into their farming routines. The book provides comprehensive insights into the history, seeding, maintenance, and benefits of growing crimson clover. Westgate discusses the ideal conditions for planting, including soil preparation, fertilization, and inoculation, ensuring optimal growth for the clover. The publication highlights various methods of seeding crimson clover, such as planting after early-maturing crops and using it in combination with other plants for effective nitrogen fixation in soil. With an emphasis on practical applications, the text is geared toward helping farmers understand how to successfully integrate crimson clover into their crop rotations, thereby enhancing soil fertility and improving crop yields. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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