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Peat and Its Uses as Fertilizer and Fuel

1866

Samuel W. Johnson

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Peat and Its Uses as Fertilizer and Fuel

Samuel W. Johnson

1866

Science - Chemistry/Biochemistry, Science - Earth/Agricultural/Farming

Published in 1866, 'Peat and Its Uses as Fertilizer and Fuel' by Samuel W. Johnson is a scientific examination of peat, an organic material found in bogs and swamps. Johnson, a chemist for the State Agricultural Society of Connecticut, discusses peat's properties, formation, and its applications in agriculture as a fertilizer and as a potential alternative energy source. The book highlights the benefits of peat in improving soil quality and addresses the implications of rising fuel prices, making a case for its use in sustainable practices.

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Samuel W. Johnson
1830-1909

American agricultural scientist known for his work on peat as fertilizer and fuel.