Seed Growing a Big Industry in Early America
A historical overview traces the rise of the seed trade from colonial shops to global markets. It notes seed testing by government and the expanding role of seed catalogs, growers in Philadelphia and New York, and the rapid growth of California seed farming after 1875, with extensive farm counts and industry practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Newport
Leeds
David Landreth
Philadelphia
Bernard McMahon
Tsw
Grant Thorburn
New York
Jim
Desers
Thorburn
Isto
California
R. W. Wilson
Department of Agriculture
United States France Canada dominate cheese trade shifts
A historical report notes Canada surpassed the United States in cheese exports to Britain, with Canada shipping over 31 million pounds versus 25 million for the U S twenty five years ago. It cites rising domestic demand in the United States and heavy Canadian export volumes as the shift unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
United States
Canada
Holloway
Halifax
A Gardener’s Note on Timing and Care
A rural reflection urges water and warmth in the kitchen and timely work in the garden. It warns that delaying planting as spring approaches ruins chances for a full stand, risking poor harvests and temper. A well-timed, well-watered plot protects money and happiness for the farmer or gardener.
The Woodman’s Stride and Balance in Motion
A study of walking styles contrasts the woodman with a professional pedestrian and an Indian or sailor. The woodman uses a rolling hip motion and long stride, while the other forms employ heel to toe and flatfooted steps, emphasizing balance, efficiency, and quiet movement in varied terrains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lis
Ile
Mulberry Fences and Silk Industry in Japan
The article notes few fences in Japan and highlights mulberry trees planted to feed silk worms. It states nearly 200000 acres are cultivated for this purpose, reflecting a shift toward sericulture and related land use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Also Mentioned on This Page
Guy Elliott Mitchell
Ita
Nathaniel LE
London
Dean Welles
New York City
Boston
Boston Gazette
Europe
Nebraska
Clover Seed Store
Houtse
Americaun Cheese Production
Cane
Rooseveltv
KentUcky Wagon Manufacturing CO
Louisville, KY
Kirk
James S. Kirk & Company
Chicago, Ill
Webb Publishing CO
St. Paul Minn
William Bros
Ithaca, N. Y
The
Marlin FireArms Co
New Haven
Conn
Remington Typewriter
Wyckoff, Seamans & Benedict
Broadway
HAY Press
Main Street
Sandwich
Eagle Tank Go
N. Green St
Costain
Watson-Stillman, Co
Missoula
Express
Missoula, Montana
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