Saint Arnaud Mercury in Saint Arnaud, Victoria

Evolution of British agriculture from simple system to modern methods

At the British Association meeting in Newcombe, Dr B J Russell outlined the UK’s agricultural progress from winter and spring corn to advanced practices guided by soil knowledge. He warned against overhyped scientific claims and urged practical field trials, noting improved machinery, drainage, nitrogen use, and better coordination of crop variety with soil and climate to raise yields while using fertilizers efficiently.