On the improved beet root, as winter food for cattle by Pinder Simpson
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"On the improved beet root, as winter food for cattle" by Pinder Simpson is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The book discusses the cultivation and benefits of the Improved Beet Root, commonly known as Mangel Wurzel, as a valuable winter feed for cattle. It presents practical observations and experiments from a specific farm in Essex, aimed primarily at the agricultural community. The book provides detailed accounts of various
cultivation methods for the Improved Beet Root, exploring their productivity and advantages over traditional turnips. Simpson outlines the process of planting, maintaining, and harvesting the roots, presenting data on yield potential and nutritional benefits for livestock. By comparing the Improved Beet Root to other crops, he emphasizes its suitability for stronger soils, particularly in winter months when other food sources may be lacking. The text includes recommendations for farmers, reinforcing the value of this root crop in improving livestock health and farm profitability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Simpson, Pinder |
|---|---|
| Title | On the improved beet root, as winter food for cattle |
| Alternate Title | On the improved beet root, or mangel wurzel |
| Original Publication | London: J. Swan, 1815. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing, 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) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Beets |
| Subject | Mangel-wurzel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73863 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 286 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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