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

Record #:

23979

Author(s):

Burrell, Scott

Abstract:

Biochar is the result of heating biomass under the exclusion of air and provides richness to soils, is better for the air and climate, and helps plants grow and mature more successfully.

Source:

Carolina Gardener (NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 27 Issue 7, September 2015, p49-51, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Biomass energy; Fertilizer industry; Farming--Fertilizer

Record #:

38145

Author(s):

Green, Jim

Abstract:

A business founded in 1919 attributes its success to a solid foundation, one attributed to its founding families building good customer service and community presence. Its foundation has survived challenges such as competition from Bertie County Peanuts, changes in its cash crop’s storage and transportation methods, and hurricanes.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 8 Issue 5, October/November 2016, p40-45 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Bertie County Peanuts (Windsor); Peanuts--cash crops; Businesses--family owned; Farming--Fertilizer