Publisher's Synopsis
The Canadian Farmer's Manual of Agriculture: The Principles and Practice of Mixed Husbandry is a comprehensive guide to farming and agriculture in Canada, written by Charles Edward Whitcombe and originally published in 1874. The book covers a wide range of topics related to farming, including soil management, crop rotation, livestock breeding and care, and the use of machinery and tools in agriculture. The author emphasizes the importance of mixed husbandry, which involves the integration of crop and animal production, as a means of improving soil fertility and increasing yields. He provides detailed instructions and advice on how to implement mixed husbandry practices, such as using manure as fertilizer and rotating crops with grazing animals. The book also includes information on the various crops and livestock commonly raised in Canada at the time, as well as chapters on beekeeping, fruit growing, and the cultivation of vegetables. The author includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding the various concepts and techniques discussed in the book.Overall, The Canadian Farmer's Manual of Agriculture is a valuable resource for farmers and anyone interested in the history of agriculture in Canada. It provides a detailed look at the principles and practices of farming in the late 19th century, and offers insights into the challenges faced by early Canadian farmers.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.
