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Dry-Farming : A System of Agriculture for Countries under a Low Rainfall

By John Andreas Widtsoe
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The work outlines principles and practices for producing crops without irrigation in regions of low rainfall, defining dry-farming and contrasting it with humid agriculture. It covers how to evaluate and conserve seasonal precipitation, the importance of soil depth and texture, and techniques for storing moisture such as tillage, fallowing, mulching, and judicious crop selection and rotation. Attention is given to adapting methods to local climate, minimizing evaporation and erosion, and applying scientific observation and experiment. The text blends theoretical explanation with practical guidance for farmers and investigators reclaiming unirrigable semiarid lands.

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John Andreas Widtsoe

John Andreas Widtsoe was a prominent figure in early 20th-century American agriculture and theology, particularly known for his contributions to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. His notable works include "A Rational Theology, as Taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints," where he explores the intersection of faith and reason. Widtsoe also made significant advancements in agricultural practices, as demonstrated in "Dry-Farming: A System of Agriculture for Countries under a Low Rainfall," which addresses sustainable farming techniques in arid regions. Additionally, he examined the scientific contributions of Joseph Smith in his work "Joseph Smith as Scientist: A Contribution to Mormon Philosophy," reflecting his commitment to integrating science and spirituality.

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