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The farmer's interest in good seed.

Discusses the importantance of high quality seeds when farming, and how to secure good seed. Presents the results of tests of seven different types of seeds.

Date: 1906

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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The Feeding of Farm Animals.

Describes the basic principles of livestock feeding, based on results of agricultural experiments as well as the practices of successful feeders.

Date: 1909

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Fish as food.

Describes the composition, cost, and nutritive value of fish and other seafoods. Includes sample menus. Discusses methods of preparing seafood for market.

Date: April 6, 1907

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Grape growing in the South.

Describes methods of grape culture used in the South. Intended for use by small farmers or large wine-makers.

Date: 1905

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Home Manufacture and Use of Unfermented Grape Juice.

Discusses the grape, causes of its fermentation and methods of prevention. Describes the composition, flavors, uses, and qualities of unfermented grape juice.

Date: 1903

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Horseshoeing.

Describes the anatomy and characteristics of a horse's foot and hoof. Discusses proper shoeing methods, with the intention of helping horse owners avoid the consequences of improper shoeing.

Date: 1906

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Household Tests for the Detection of Oleomargarine and Renovated Butter.

A consumer guide explaining the differences between "genuine" butter, margarine, and renovated butter. Provides instructions for tests which can be conducted at home to distinguish the three types of products.

Date: 1901

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Importation of Game Birds and Eggs for Propagation.

Provides information and statistics regarding various species of game birds and eggs brought into the United States since the passing of the Lacey Act (1900) and the Egg Act (1902).

Date: 1906

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Insecticides and Fungicides: Chemical Composition and Effectiveness of Certain Preparations.

Describes several pest-control products sold at the turn of the 20th century, including branded products and generic mixtures in use at the time. Provides buying advice to merchants and potential purchasers of those pesticides and fungicides.

Date: 1902

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Insects affecting the cotton plant.

Describes certain insect pests of cotton, their life cycles, and methods for control.

Date: June 7, 1909

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Insects Injurious in Cranberry Culture.

Discusses the insects that affect the cranberry market and methods for controlling them.

Date: 1909

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Irrigation in field and garden.

Discusses crop irrigation methods for use by individual farmers.

Date: 1909

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Irrigation in fruit growing.

Discusses various methods and options for irrigation of orchards.

Date: 1906

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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The manufacture of sorghum sirup.

A guide to simple methods of sorghum syrup production, for farmers with limited facilities.

Date: 1901

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Marketing Live Stock.

A guide to buying and selling practices in livestock markets, domestic and foreign. Includes an overview of stock transport methods.

Date: 1906

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.

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Meats: Composition and Cooking.

Discusses the composition of different types of meat, their texture and flavor, the cuts, and how to prepare them. Includes detailed composition and calorie charts.

Date: 1908

Creator: United States. Department of Agriculture.