A detailed look at Minnesota’s early 20th‑century horticulture Explore the 1908 volume of the Minnesota State Horticultural Society’s transactions, a rich snapshot of farming, fruit growing, and garden culture from that era. Edited by A. W. Latham, it collects the society’s proceedings and the twelve numbers of the Minnesota Horticulturist for that year, offering practical lookbacks at how growers managed crops, orchard work, and home landscapes.
This edition blends official addresses with hands‑on guidance and a record of the society’s activities. You’ll find historical context on agricultural education, state farming initiatives, and lots of real‑world advice shared by practitioners of the time. It’s a window into Minnesota’s horticultural heritage and its early efforts to improve farming through study, experimentation, and community.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents the proceedings of the forty-first annual meeting of the Minnesota State Horticultural Society. The main focus is horticultural practices, with topics covered including fruit farming, forestry, nursery stock, seedlings, and the use of cross-fertilization as it pertains to fruit growing. Special emphasis is placed on cooperative efforts among fruit growers, particularly small-scale growers, as a way to boost production and increase profit margins. The author emphasizes the value of experimentation and hands-on learning throughout the text. The depth of knowledge and passion for the craft that permeate the proceedings make it a great addition to the library of any horticulturist, whether amateur or experienced professional. 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 9781528329446_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528329446
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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 LX-9781528329446
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