Transactions of the Highland and Agricultural Society of ScotlandW. Blackwood, 1867 |
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... extent this was anticipated , many circumstances occurring which make Inverness unavoidably the most expensive locality visited by the Society , and , in addition to these , the weather on the last occasion proved most unpro- pitious ...
... extent this was anticipated , many circumstances occurring which make Inverness unavoidably the most expensive locality visited by the Society , and , in addition to these , the weather on the last occasion proved most unpro- pitious ...
Página iii
... extent , en- grafted on these bodies the regulations and system of the Society , thus securing a uniformity of object and action over the country , which in itself is of great value . Another beneficial result is to be found in the ...
... extent , en- grafted on these bodies the regulations and system of the Society , thus securing a uniformity of object and action over the country , which in itself is of great value . Another beneficial result is to be found in the ...
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... extent , that after having arrived at a good size , the whole field was completely destroyed . In 1859 , however , I tried the effect of Sewage on green crop , but not with measured quantity . The crop was Mangold Wurtzel , and had ...
... extent , that after having arrived at a good size , the whole field was completely destroyed . In 1859 , however , I tried the effect of Sewage on green crop , but not with measured quantity . The crop was Mangold Wurtzel , and had ...
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... extent , is by much the most populous , and a much greater proportion of its surface is culturable , than in either of the other two . Cunningham comprehends all north of the River Irvine , and marches along the whole of its north and ...
... extent , is by much the most populous , and a much greater proportion of its surface is culturable , than in either of the other two . Cunningham comprehends all north of the River Irvine , and marches along the whole of its north and ...
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... extents of wood , as well as most of the farm - steads being more or less surrounded by belts of planting , the face of the county generally has a highly ornamental appearance . For fine river scenery and woodland , there are few ...
... extents of wood , as well as most of the farm - steads being more or less surrounded by belts of planting , the face of the county generally has a highly ornamental appearance . For fine river scenery and woodland , there are few ...
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Página 106 - ... set on, inclining upwards and curving slightly inwards; neck, long and straight from the head to the top of the shoulder, free from loose skin on the under side, fine at its junction with the head, and the muscles symmetrically enlarging towards the shoulders; shoulders, thin at the top; brisket, light; the whole...
Página 224 - ... Boards of Management, several of the earlier objects contemplated by the Society were abandoned, while the progress of agriculture led to the adoption of others of a more general character. The exertions of the Society were thus early extended to the whole of Scotland, and have since been continuously directed to the promotion of the science and practice of agriculture in all its branches.
Página 224 - SCOTLAND. Among the more important measures which have been effected by the Society are — 1. Agricultural Meetings and General Shows of Stock, Implements, &c. , held in the principal towns of Scotland, at which exhibitors from all parts of the United Kingdom are allowed to compete. 2. A system of District Shows instituted for the purpose of improving the breeds of Stock most suitable for different parts of the country, and of aiding and directing the efforts of Local Agricultural Associations....
Página 74 - THE HOUSE THAT JACK BUILT This is the farmer sowing his corn, That kept the cock that crowed in the morn, That waked the priest all shaven and shorn, That married the man all tattered and torn, That kissed the maiden all forlorn, That milked the cow with the crumpled horn, That tossed the dog That worried the cat That killed the rat That ate the malt That lay in the house that Jack built.
Página 106 - ... broad, and firmly attached to the body; the sole or under surface nearly level; the teats from two to two and a half inches in length, equal in thickness, and hanging perpendicularly; their distance apart at the sides should be equal to about one-third...
Página 106 - ... the length of the vessel ; and across to about one-half of the breadth. LEGS short, the bones fine, and the joints firm. SKIN soft and elastic, and covered with soft, close, woolly hair.
Página 506 - ... been selected with that care necessary to secure a trustworthy analysis upon which the farmer might safely predict the success of his mode of cultivation. In selecting soils for analysis, five or six spadefuls should be taken from different parts of the field, and, after being spread out in a thin layer for several days to dry, should be put twice, at least, through a fine sieve to insure uniform mixture. If a complete analysis be required, not less than two pounds should be sent ; for a partial...
Página 89 - every process connected with the milk, the butter, or the cheese, is conducted by...
Página 450 - ... consequence of their accession to the rebellion of 1745. The funds required to defray the expense of the charter, however, were raised by subscription, and the members then were only about 150. In 1799 the society began to publish its transactions or prize essays. At present its members number 4500. The ordinary subscription is £1 3s. 6d. annually, which may be redeemed by one payment of £12 12s. Tenant-farmers are admitted on a subscription of 10s. annually, or £5 5s. for life. The more important...