The Almond in California by R. H. Taylor
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"The Almond in California" by R. H. Taylor is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work provides a comprehensive analysis of almond cultivation in California, emphasizing agricultural practices, variations in yearly production, and the potential challenges faced by almond growers. The book appears to target farmers, horticulturists, and agricultural students interested in the economics and science of almond production. At the start of the publication, Taylor introduces the
almond tree's characteristics and its significant role in California's agricultural economy, outlining that California produces over 98% of the United States' almond supply. He discusses almond tree growth patterns, environmental needs, types of almonds, and critical agricultural practices, including soil and climate preferences. The introduction sets the stage for deeper insights into the management of almond orchards, addressing topics such as pollination, fertilization, and disease control, all essential for optimizing production and ensuring market viability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Taylor, R. H. (Ralph Hawley), 1884-1979 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Almond in California |
| Series Title | University of California Publications. College of Agriculture. Agricultural Experiment Station. Bulletin, 297. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Almond -- California |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66711 |
| Release Date | Nov 11, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 396 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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