Conserving soil moisture through texture and tillage
A farmer author explains that crops use vast water per unit of dry matter and that rainfall is often insufficient. He describes soil moisture as thin films around particles, how drainage and evaporation waste water, and how soil texture and deep plowing or humus addition can boost water retention for better yields.
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Meg Shementy Ahondanthy
Sally
Sean Vreps
Oliver
Ariss
Ata
Conserving Moisture Through Soil Mulches and Cultivation
The text explains methods to reduce evaporation and improve soil moisture. Surface cultivation creates a dust mulch that keeps underlying soil moist, especially on hills. Mulches like straw and vegetables help retain water, with effectiveness depending on soil type and mulch thickness. Regular stirring, weed control, and windbreak plants further conserve moisture for crops.
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Maine
Mild and Gentle Purgatives Offered for Regular Bowel
A hint to the wise advises regular bowels and describes Chamberlain's Pills as mild and pleasant. Sold by Moen Hilson and Co Colac and Boylan Bros Brisbane. Advised for relief and not to rely on harsher remedies.
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Moen Hilson and Co
Colac
Aml Boylan Bris
Cureroolee
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