Agronomy Guide for Field Crops

Agronomy Guide for Field Crops
Author: Ontario. Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Publisher:
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2002
Genre: Field crops
ISBN:

This guide is designed to be a reference for detailed information related to the production, pest management, harvest, and storage of the field crops produced in Ontario. Chapter 1 outlines basic crop scouting procedures and the proper initiation of on-farm trials. Chapter 2 discusses various aspects of soil management & fertilizer uses that are common to all field crops in Ontario. The remainder of the guide focusses on each field crop commodity separately, covering such matters as tillage, variety selection, planting, fertility, harvesting, storage, weed control, insect & disease information, and crop problems specific to each commodity. A final chapter focusses on proper grain storage and the control of stored grain insect pests.

Encyclopedia of Plant and Crop Science (Print)

Encyclopedia of Plant and Crop Science (Print)
Author: Robert M. Goodman
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 1365
Release: 2004-02-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1000031586

Encyclopedia of Plant and Crop Science is the first-ever single-source reference work to inclusively cover classic and modern studies in plant biology in conjunction with research, applications, and innovations in crop science and agriculture. From the fundamentals of plant growth and reproduction to developments in agronomy and agricultural science, the encyclopedia's authoritative content nurtures communication between these academically distinct yet intrinsically related fields-offering a spread of clear, descriptive, and concise entries to optimally serve scientists, agriculturalists, policy makers, students, and the general public.

History of Soybean Cultivation (270 BCE to 2020)

History of Soybean Cultivation (270 BCE to 2020)
Author: William Shurtleff; Akiko Aoyagi
Publisher: Soyinfo Center
Total Pages: 2659
Release: 2020-07-10
Genre: Soybean
ISBN: 1948436213

The world's most comprehensive, well documented and well illustrated book on this subject. With extensive subject and geographical index. 318 photographs and illustrations - many in color. Free of charge in digital PDF format on Google Books.

Soil Science

Soil Science
Author: Sally D. Logsdon
Publisher: ASA-CSSA-SSSA
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2008
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780891188490

Managing Cover Crops Profitably (3rd Ed. )

Managing Cover Crops Profitably (3rd Ed. )
Author: Andy Clark
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2008-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1437903797

Cover crops slow erosion, improve soil, smother weeds, enhance nutrient and moisture availability, help control many pests and bring a host of other benefits to your farm. At the same time, they can reduce costs, increase profits and even create new sources of income. You¿ll reap dividends on your cover crop investments for years, since their benefits accumulate over the long term. This book will help you find which ones are right for you. Captures farmer and other research results from the past ten years. The authors verified the info. from the 2nd ed., added new results and updated farmer profiles and research data, and added 2 chap. Includes maps and charts, detailed narratives about individual cover crop species, and chap. about aspects of cover cropping.

Full of Beans

Full of Beans
Author: Peggy Thomas
Publisher: Thinkingdom
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2020-06-09
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1635923573

Famous car-maker and businessman Henry Ford showed great innovation with his determination to build his most inventive car—one completely made of soybeans. With a mind for ingenuity, Henry Ford looked to improve life for others. After the Great Depression struck, Ford especially wanted to support ailing farmers. For two years, Ford and his team researched ways to use farmers' crops in his Ford Motor Company. They discovered that the soybean was the perfect answer. Soon, Ford's cars contained many soybean plastic parts, and Ford incorporated soybeans into every part of his life. He ate soybeans, he wore clothes made of soybean fabric, and he wanted to drive soybeans, too. This nonfiction picture book brings to life an amazing story from American history that will inspire young readers.

Coolbean the Soybean

Coolbean the Soybean
Author: Shawn Conley
Publisher: ASA, CSSA, and SSSA
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2014-12-26
Genre: Soybean
ISBN: 0891186182

Meet Coolbean the Soybean! He’s a super bean, but he has something very important in common with kids everywhere. He needs the support and knowledge of his family and friends - including an awesome farmer and some smart scientists - to grow up. Follow Coolbean’s life cycle, from being planted in a cozy bed of healthy soil, to developing flowers and pods, to a happy harvest. See why soybeans are special beans all over the world, feeding billions of people and used for making many other products, from crayons to cars! ...all in alignment with common core standards for reading and science. Aimed at Grades 3 - 5, but lovable by all ages.