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Specially designed for students in tropical regions, this comprehensive guide offers an accessible entry into the world of agricultural science. Written in clear, engaging language, the book serves as an essential resource for those learning the fundamental principles of farming. Through 126 detailed illustrations and a series of hands-on, self-educating projects, readers gain a practical understanding of how to manage land effectively.
The book is structured to guide the student logically: it begins with an exploration of soil health and nutrient storage, before moving into the core techniques of plant production, covering both subsistence and cash crops. Subsequent sections offer a robust introduction to modern animal husbandry, focusing on nutrition and disease control, while the concluding chapters explain the basic economic concepts necessary for success in a cash-based society. By prioritising observation and interpretation, this text transforms complex biological and economic ideas into manageable lessons, making it an invaluable tool for teachers and students alike who are committed to the vital role of rural development in a modernising economy.
Used (good, see images, some yellowing, ex library, some cover wear, and some initial pages marking) Hardcover ISBN 0207124639
