The Principles of Agronomy (Classic Reprint): A Text-Book of Crop Production for High-Schools and Short-Courses in Agricultural Colleges: A Text-Book ... in Agricultural Colleges (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Unlock the science behind growing crops with a trusted, classroom-tested guide. This comprehensive text explains how soils, nutrients, water, and climate interact to shape plant growth, with practical steps readers can apply in fields and gardens. Written for high schools and short courses, it covers soil composition, irrigation, manures, crop rotations, and detailed chapters on major crops like wheat, corn, oats, potatoes, and sugar beets.

The book combines foundational plant biology with hands-on agronomy, helping learners connect theory to real-world farming and food production. It emphasizes practical laboratory and field work, encouraging students to study soils, crops, and management practices directly in the field.

• Clear explanations of plant growth, soil physics, and nutrient cycles


• Guidance on seed selection, soil preparation, and crop management


• Practical chapters on irrigation, drainage, and dry-farming


• Crop profiles, yields, and marketing considerations for major crops

Ideal for students or anyone growing crops who wants a solid, field-tested reference.

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