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Editorial
October 12, 1882
The People And New Hampshire Patriot
Concord, Merrimack County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
Editorial promotes annual visits to top county farms by farmers to learn practical improvements in agriculture, such as stock feeding and drainage, as a supplement to fairs for gaining new ideas and recreation.
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VISITING GOOD FARMS.
The many fairs that are being held in various sections of the country are doing much towards advancing a far more enlightened agriculture. We have already pointed out some of the advantages to be gained by a careful study of the exhibits, and the importance of taking an active part in these fairs. Another suggestion to the same end is here offered, which, if acted upon, will supplement the work of the fairs and do much good to all progressive farmers. It is the duty of every farmer to visit yearly some of the best farms in the county, and there gather practical lessons in improved agriculture. There is no method of learning about any farm subject equal to being on the farm where it is practiced, and having it explained by the one who has made it a success. It may be the way of feeding stock, or a plan of preserving roots, ensilage, or other fodder. A farmer may contemplate a system of underdrains for his wet fields, in this case it would be best to make a visit to some farmer who has thus drained his farm, and gain from him many valuable hints and suggestions in this important work. Such visits not only give new ideas, but are a wholesome recreation, and many a farmer who at first thought may say, "I cannot afford it!" will find by experience that he has spoken too soon. Take a day to go and visit some one of the best farms in the county, and this will open the way for further visits and a wider knowledge of the best methods of farming.
—[American Agriculturist for October.
The many fairs that are being held in various sections of the country are doing much towards advancing a far more enlightened agriculture. We have already pointed out some of the advantages to be gained by a careful study of the exhibits, and the importance of taking an active part in these fairs. Another suggestion to the same end is here offered, which, if acted upon, will supplement the work of the fairs and do much good to all progressive farmers. It is the duty of every farmer to visit yearly some of the best farms in the county, and there gather practical lessons in improved agriculture. There is no method of learning about any farm subject equal to being on the farm where it is practiced, and having it explained by the one who has made it a success. It may be the way of feeding stock, or a plan of preserving roots, ensilage, or other fodder. A farmer may contemplate a system of underdrains for his wet fields, in this case it would be best to make a visit to some farmer who has thus drained his farm, and gain from him many valuable hints and suggestions in this important work. Such visits not only give new ideas, but are a wholesome recreation, and many a farmer who at first thought may say, "I cannot afford it!" will find by experience that he has spoken too soon. Take a day to go and visit some one of the best farms in the county, and this will open the way for further visits and a wider knowledge of the best methods of farming.
—[American Agriculturist for October.
What sub-type of article is it?
Agriculture
What keywords are associated?
Visiting Farms
Improved Agriculture
Agricultural Fairs
Practical Lessons
Progressive Farmers
What entities or persons were involved?
American Agriculturist
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Visiting Good Farms For Practical Agricultural Lessons
Stance / Tone
Encouraging Progressive Farming Through Visits
Key Figures
American Agriculturist
Key Arguments
Fairs Advance Enlightened Agriculture Through Exhibits And Participation
Farmers Should Visit Best Farms Yearly To Gather Practical Lessons
Direct Observation On Successful Farms Is Best Way To Learn Farm Subjects
Examples Include Feeding Stock, Preserving Fodder, Underdraining Wet Fields
Such Visits Provide New Ideas And Wholesome Recreation
Initial Reluctance About Affordability Is Unfounded