Side-dress cotton for early yield and profits
Farmers urged to apply fertilizer in stages rather than all at once, arguing that side-dressing boosts lint yields and reduces shedding. Cites an example from Darlington and a Florene county farmer who repeatedly fertilized roots, claiming higher returns. Warns that weather or timing may limit side-dressing, but emphasizes that proper plant food feeding supports healthier crops and profits.
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Joel Keys
Darlington
Florence County
South Carolina
Side-dressing cotton and corn boosts profits says farmers
A flood of farmer testimonials extols side-dressing as highly profitable, with figures citing 25 to 60 percent yield or income gains and claims it preserves crop quality. Speakers from J J Fowler to W Aull praise 8-4-4 fertilizer’s extra potash and rapid action, urging widespread use and noting Anderson county leads cotton.
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C. L. Cobb
Anderson Phosphate & Oil Company
A. P. & O. Company
W. ©. Trod
Mra. M. I. Kelly
S. H. Whitefield
F.eb. Watkins
Nelson R. Green
H. H. Russell
Farmers Endorse Side Dressing For Higher Yields
County farmers report strong gains from using 8-4-4 fertilizer as a side-dresser. Testimonials across numerous growers cite yield increases from 20 percent to 60 percent in cotton and corn, with several noting one-fourth to one-half more lint per acre and profits from improved fruiting and crop strength.
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A. OM. Knox
Eugene Mays
Side-dressing for cotton fertilization profits and timing
The text argues side-dressing with high grade fertilizer boosts cotton yields by supplying plant food during critical growth, highlighting early application, weather impact, and the need for finely ground fertilizer. It warns late application reduces benefits and urges farmers in Anderson County to act promptly with the best product.
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