Traditional American Farming Techniques remains as valuable today as when it was first published in 1916. More than one thousand pages brim with information, everything from the science behind crop rotation to the specifics of breeding better hogs; from growing perfect celery to maximizing yields in subtropical citrus groves, from improving farm soils to dealing with insect infestation and diseases of crops and livestock using methods today's organic farmers would recognize and approve of. In addition to the author's clear, insightful, and all-inclusive text, there are additional chapters written by the leading specialists of the day, including information about: Soils, manures, fertilizers, lime, drainage, irrigation, weeds; Vegetables, medicinal plants, orcharding fruits, nut culture, floriculture; Farm buildings, fences, engines, tractors, machinery and sanitation. Soft cover, 6" X 9", 1088 pages, many black and white photos, drawing, graphs and maps. To order by phone call Toll Free 866-596-9982.