The Farming Ladder
The Farming Ladder by G. Henderson, published by Read Books Design in November 2010, is a reissue of the original 1943 text. This edition, available in English and spanning 194 pages, provides practical guidance for starting and maintaining a successful farm with minimal specialized knowledge or skills. The book covers a range of topics essential for both new and existing farmers, including farm planning, livestock management, and the importance of labor and infrastructure.
Readers will find a wealth of original ideas and helpful tips throughout the chapters, which address various aspects of farming such as poultry, cattle, sheep, and pigs. The content is designed to assist smallholders in navigating the complexities of farm management, with sections dedicated to wartime farming and financial accounts. This modern edition also features a new introduction that enhances the original material, making it a valuable resource for those interested in technology and engineering within the agricultural sector.
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First published in 1943, “The Farming Ladder” aims to explain how the reader may start and maintain a successful and profitable farm in the easiest way possible, without requiring a great deal of special knowledge or skills. With original ideas and a wealth of helpful tips, this is a volume not to be missed by existing or prospective smallholders and farmers. Contents include: “The Farm”, “The Plan”, “The Poultry”, “The Cattle”, “The Sheep”, “The Pigs”, “The Land”, “Labour”, “Corn Bins Unlimited”, “Holidays”, “The Farm Buildings”, “The Fourth Rung of the Ladder”, “Wartime Farming”, “Accounts”, “Conclusion”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on farming.
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