Mastering corn from seed to market—this comprehensive guide covers growing, judging, breeding, feeding, and marketing for farmers, students, and teachers.
This authoritative textbook explores the full life of the corn crop, from plant science and climate needs to practical field practices, pest and disease management, harvesting, storage, and the economics of production and sale. With clearly organized chapters and real-world guidance, it helps readers understand how corn is grown, tested, improved, and traded in markets today.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the history, cultivation, and economic significance of corn, one of America's most important cereal crops. It delves into the fascinating origin of corn, exploring its potential connection to the Teosinte plant and its cultivation by Native Americans long before European colonization. The author meticulously examines the evolution of corn production in the United States, charting its impressive growth in acreage and output alongside the nation's agricultural development. A key focus is on the economic aspects of corn production, analyzing trends in acreage, distribution, and market value. The book also offers a detailed look at corn growing practices, including seed selection, soil preparation, and cultivation methods. The text discusses the challenges posed by diseases and insects that affect corn, and examines the process of marketing and distributing corn across various markets. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the history and significance of corn as a crucial element of American agriculture and a vital part of the global food supply. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334559716_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334559716
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334559716
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)