History of Georgia Agriculture, 1732-1860

History of Georgia Agriculture, 1732-1860
Author: James C. Bonner
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2009-09-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 0820335002

Published in 1964, A History of Georgia Agriculture describes the early land and labor systems in the state. Agriculture came to Georgia with the first settlers and was largely directed toward the economic self-sufficiency of the British Empire. James C. Bonner's portrayal of the colonial cattle industry is prescient of the later open-range West. He also clearly shows how shortages of horses and implements, poor plowing techniques, and a lack of skill in tool mechanics spawned the cotton-slaves-mules trilogy of antebellum agriculture, which in turn led to land exhaustion and eventual emigration. By the 1850s the general southern desire for economic independence promoted diversification and such scientific farming techniques as crop rotation, contour plowing, and fertilization. Planting of pasture forage to improve livestock and hold soil was advocated and the teaching of agriculture in public schools was promoted. Contemporary descriptions of individual farms and plantations are interspersed to give a picture of day to day farming. Bonner presents a picture of the average Southern farmer of 1850 which is neither that of a landless hireling nor of the traditional planter, but of a practical man trying to make a living.

Georgia Pest Management Handbook

Georgia Pest Management Handbook
Author: Emily Cabrera
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2021-03-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0820361577

The Georgia Pest Management Handbook provides current information on selection, application, and safe use of pest control chemicals. This handbook has recommendations for pest control around homes and on pets; for pests of home garden vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals; and for pests of public health interest associated with our homes. Cultural, biological, physical, and other types of control are recommended where appropriate. Pesticide recommendations are based on information on the manufacturer labels and on performance data from research and extension trials at the University of Georgia and its sister institutions. Because environmental conditions, the severity of pest pressure, and methods of application vary widely, recommendations do not imply that performance of pesticides will always be acceptable. This publication is intended to be used only as a guide. Trade and brand names are used only for information. The University of Georgia does not guarantee nor warrant published standards on any product mentioned; nor does the use of a trade or brand name imply approval of any product to the exclusion of others that may also be suitable. Always follow the use instructions and precautions on the pesticide label. For questions, concerns, or improvement suggestions regarding the Georgia Pest Management Handbook, please contact your county agent.

The Onion Ambassador

The Onion Ambassador
Author: Rhonda Frost Kight
Publisher:
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2001-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780970910509

A south Georgia farmer and his wife discover a giant onion named Yumion. His mission is to tell the world about Vidalia onions.

Agriculture Decisions

Agriculture Decisions
Author: United States. Department of Agriculture
Publisher:
Total Pages: 516
Release: 1999
Genre: Agricultural laws and legislation
ISBN:

Up to 1988, the December issue contained a cumulative list of decisions reported for the year, by act, docket numbers arranged in consecutive order, and cumulative subject-index, by act.

Tales of the Dairy Godmother: Chuck's Ice Cream Wish

Tales of the Dairy Godmother: Chuck's Ice Cream Wish
Author: Viola Butler
Publisher: Tales of the Dairy Godmother
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781948898010

"With the help of his Dairy Godmother, Chuck is taken--poof!--on a memorable and delicious adventure to a dairy farm. He finds out exactly where ice cream comes from and gains an even deeper love and appreciation for his favorite food"--