Nitrogen Bacteria and Legumes by Cyril G. Hopkins

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Author Hopkins, Cyril G. (Cyril George), 1866-1919
Title Nitrogen Bacteria and Legumes
With special reference to red clover, cowpeas, soy beans, alfalfa, and sweet clover, on Illinois soils
Series Title University of Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin No. 94
Note Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Nitrogen Bacteria and Legumes" by Cyril G. Hopkins is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1904. This book delves into the essential relationship between nitrogen-fixing bacteria and leguminous plants, particularly focusing on crops such as red clover, cowpeas, soybeans, alfalfa, and sweet clover and their interactions within Illinois soils. The author embarks on an exploration of how these bacteria contribute to agricultural productivity via nitrogen fixation, which is crucial for the growth of many crops. In this comprehensive bulletin, Hopkins discusses the roles of different species of nitrogen-gathering bacteria and their specific associations with various legumes. He highlights how these bacteria must be present in the soil for legumes to effectively utilize atmospheric nitrogen, stressing the importance of inoculation when planting legumes on new or previously unfarmed land. Through a series of observations and experiments, Hopkins illustrates the necessity of these bacteria for successful crop cultivation, providing practical advice for farmers on improving soil nitrogen levels and agricultural sustainability. The findings suggest that understanding and managing soil bacteria are vital for optimizing legume production and, consequently, maintaining soil fertility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QR: Science: Microbiology
LoC Class SB: Agriculture: Plant culture
Subject Nitrogen-fixing microorganisms
Subject Nitrifying bacteria
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