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Washington’s farming shift and new agriculture methods
The article discusses George Washington at Mount Vernon after 1763 adapting to poor soil and tobacco decline. It notes his adoption of new farming methods from Tull and Coke, including clover, lucerne, and turnips, plus reading Duhamel and Howard Weston. It portrays his diary reflections and constant farm management challenges.
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Washington
Mount Vernon
Lucre
Virginia
John Taylor
Baghgod—Treshro ‘Tull
Coke
Norfolk
Duhamel
Ley
Howard Weston
Runing
Ufa