The Peanut Plant: Its Cultivation And Uses by B. W. Jones

"The Peanut Plant: Its Cultivation And Uses" by B. W. Jones is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive guide primarily aimed at beginners who wish to learn about the peanut's cultivation methods, its growing conditions, and its various applications in agriculture and culinary uses. The opening of the book provides an extensive introduction to the peanut plant, discussing its origins, natural history, and the unique characteristics that differentiate it within the legume family. The author highlights the importance of understanding the physical conditions required for successful peanut growth, outlining practical advice for potential growers. Jones emphasizes the progress the peanut has made as an agricultural staple, particularly in the Southern United States, and sets the stage for detailed discussions on planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques that will be addressed in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Jones, B. W.
Title The Peanut Plant: Its Cultivation And Uses
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Literature in Agriculture (CHLA), Cornell University)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class SB: Agriculture: Plant culture
Subject Peanuts
Category Text
eBook-No. 28594
Release Date
Last Update Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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