Record #:

20546

Author(s):

Taylor, Rosser H.

Abstract:

This is the first in a series of articles looking at the development and use of fertilizers in the southeast from 1840-1950. This installment looks at the introduction of gull manure, called guano, during the period of 1840-1890, when the use of manures was becoming very popular for use in the resuscitation of old fields and the prevention of land exhaustion.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 30 Issue 3, July 1953, p305-328, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fertilizer--Guano

Record #:

20599

Author(s):

Taylor, Rosser H.

Abstract:

This is the second and final installment in a series of articles looking at the development and use of fertilizers in the southeast from 1840-1950. This installment looks at the state of agriculture at the turn of the century, at steps toward more intelligent farming, the role of fertilizers in the rejuvenation of agriculture, specific treatment for field crops and pastures, the use of lime, minor nutrients, more profitable use of fertilizers, of volume sold, factors responsible for increased use, fertilizer prices, how fertilizer is sold, inspection, and recommended fertilizer brands all during the period between 1900 and 1950.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 30 Issue 4, Oct 1953, p483-523, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fertilizer industry; Farming--Fertilizer