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100 1 _aHollowell, E. A.
_q(Eugene Amos),
_d1900-
245 1 0 _aCrimson Clover [1938]
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aUnited States Department of Agriculture Leaflet No. 160
500 _aRelease date is 2020-09-10
508 _aProduced by Tom Cosmas from files generously made available by USDA through The Internet Archive. All resultant materials are placed in the Public Domain.
520 _a"Crimson Clover [1938] by E. A. Hollowell" is a horticultural leaflet published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, focusing on the cultivation and benefits of crimson clover, a key winter annual legume. Written during the early 20th century, the book provides insights into the agronomic practices of the time, particularly in the central Eastern States of the U.S. The primary topic revolves around the growth, distribution, adaptation, and utilization of crimson clover as an essential forage plant and soil improver in agriculture. The leaflet details the characteristics of crimson clover, including its growth habits, optimal planting conditions, and soil preparation techniques. Hollowell explains that crimson clover is valued for its ability to prevent soil erosion, improve soil health through green manure, and provide pasture for livestock. The document outlines essential agronomic practices such as seedbed preparation, fertilization, and the management of potential pests and diseases. Additionally, it explores the advantages of using both hulled and unhulled seeds, and lists companion crops that can enhance its cultivation. Overall, the text serves as a comprehensive guide for farmers looking to optimize crimson clover production and utilization for sustainable agriculture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCrimson clover
653 _aCrimson clover -- Varieties
653 _aPasture plants
653 _aForage plants
830 0 _aUnited States Department of Agriculture Leaflet No. 160
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63169
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