Stock Raising And Sheep Farming In Northwestern Iowa

Stock Raising and Sheep Farming in Northwestern Iowa is a pamphlet written by James Brooks Close in 1879. The book is aimed at potential emigrants who are interested in settling in the northwestern region of Iowa and provides a comprehensive guide to the area's livestock industry. The book covers a range of topics related to stock raising and sheep farming, including the climate, soil, and vegetation of the region, as well as the various breeds of cattle and sheep that are most suited to the area's conditions. Close also provides practical advice on the construction of farm buildings, the selection of breeding stock, and the management of livestock.In addition to its practical advice, Stock Raising and Sheep Farming in Northwestern Iowa also provides a glimpse into the economic and social conditions of rural Iowa in the late 19th century. Close describes the various towns and settlements in the region, as well as the opportunities for trade and commerce that are available to farmers.Overall, Stock Raising and Sheep Farming in Northwestern Iowa is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture in the United States, as well as for modern-day farmers and livestock breeders looking to learn more about the specific challenges and opportunities of the northwestern Iowa region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.