Talks on Manures A Series of Familiar and Practical Talks Between the Author and the Deacon, the Doctor, and Other Neighbors, on the Whole Subject

CHAPTER XXI.

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Management Continued.-- Why We Ferment Manure.-- Dr. Vœlcker’s Experiments showing the Loss when Manure is spread in Yards.-- Fermenting adds Nothing to Manure, but makes it more available.-- Mr. Lawes’ Experiments on Wheat and Barley.-- Dr. Vœlcker’s Results.-- Ellwander & Barry’s Experience.-- Loss of Ammonia by Fermenting.-- Waste from Leaching.-- How to Save the Liquid Manure from Cows. 94