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Eight Feet of Black Soil Covers Hickory Creek Bottom
In Marion County Southern district six on the Hickory Creek bottom armor and soil conservation efforts are described. Farmers adopt contour plowing terraces waterways and planting alfalfa with improvements in land value and productivity. Prominent figures include AX committeeman Mr King and local conservation supporters, noting increased soil health and sustained farming practices across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
Harmer
Trew
Couth
Knoxville
Loft
Wright Ridenour
Clarence King
Floyd Ridenour
Jet
Dwight Ridenoar
Lawthws
Clay Burnett
Ridenour Farm
Ridenour Boys