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Growing Trees On Australian Farms by Alan Brown et al (Cloth, 1968)

By Alan Brown Et Al

Cloth • Department of National Development

Description

Title: Growing Trees On Australian Farms
Author/Publisher: Alan Brown et al. (Department of National Development)
Publication Year: 1968
Format: First Edition Cloth, Illustrated

Synopsis

Published in 1968, 'Growing Trees On Australian Farms' by Alan Brown et al. is a significant non-fiction work dedicated to the practical aspects of cultivating trees within an agricultural context across Australia. Produced by the Department of National Development, this volume served as an authoritative guide for its time.

Intended for an adult audience, the book delves into natural history principles directly applicable to farming, offering comprehensive advice on integrating trees into agricultural landscapes. Its vintage status and inclusion of illustrations underscore its value as a practical and informative resource from the mid-20th century.

  • Practical Farm Forestry: This work provides essential guidance for Australian farmers on the successful establishment and management of trees. It likely covers species selection, planting techniques, and care tailored to the unique Australian agricultural landscape.
  • Governmental Expertise: Published by the Department of National Development, this book reflects official research and policy on land management and resource development in mid-20th century Australia, offering insights into governmental approaches to sustainable farming practices.
  • Visual Learning Aid: As an illustrated volume, the book would have contained diagrams, photographs, or maps to clearly demonstrate techniques and showcase successful tree-growing examples, enhancing its utility as a practical manual for its target audience.

A compelling piece of Australian natural history and agricultural documentation, this first edition offers a unique glimpse into the land management concerns and expert advice of the 1960s. It stands as an important historical reference for those interested in Australian farming practices, forestry, or government publications on resource development.

Condition

This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

Specifications

Format Cloth
Condition Acceptable
Publisher Department of National Development
Signed No
Edition 1
Subject Natural History
Vintage Yes
Language English
Ex Libris No
Inscribed No
Book Title Growing Trees On Australian Farms
Personalised No
Year Printed 1968
Custom Bundle No
Narrative Type Non-Fiction
Intended Audience Adults
Original/Facsimile Original
Special Attributes Illustrated

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