Books by U S Department of Agriculture

Weather is never static. It is always dynamic. Its interpretation is an art. The art of applying complex information about weather to the equally complex task of wildland fire control cannot be acquired easily especially not by the mere reading of a book. The environment is in control in wildland firefighting. Free-burning fires are literally nourished by weather elements, atmospheric components, and atmospheric motion. Outguessing Mother Nature in order to win control is an extremely difficult task. We need to soothe her with understanding. We have attempted to present information in such a way that your daily and seasonal awareness of fire weather can begin with reliable basic knowledge. We have kept the use of technical terms to a minimum, but where it was necessary for clear and accurate presentation, we have introduced and defined the proper terms. Growing awareness of fire weather, when combined with related experience on fires, can develop into increasingly intuitive, rapid, and accurate applications.

Wood: It's everywhere. The stuff literally grows on trees. We use it every day of our lives. Of course, this book is made from wood.Timber is one of our most valuable and vulnerable natural resources, and the best way to protect it is to make sure we use it properly. This in-depth guide from the United States Department of Agriculture tells you everything you've ever wanted to know about wood-and then some.Whether you're a master woodworker or a weekend do-it-yourselfer, this is the ultimate reference material for any trip to the lumberyard. Learn which type of wood you should be using for each project Know the physical properties of different types of wood - and why it matters Get to know the characteristics and recommended uses of various woods Learn the best methods for fastening and finishing Get tips for fire safety, and the long-term care of wood

CONTENTSLetter of TransmittalIntroduction. By Charles W. Dabney, Jr., Ph.DHistory and General Statistics of Cotton. By R. B. HandyBotany of Cotton. By Walter H. Evans, Ph.DChemistry of Cotton. By J. B. McBryde and W. H. BealClimatology and Soils. By Milton WhitneyThe Manuring of Cotton. By H. C. White, Ph.DCultivated Varieties of Cotton. By S. M. Tracy, M. SCulture of Cotton. By Harry HammondExperiments in Cotton Culture by the Experiment StationsDiseases of Cotton. By George F. Atkinson, M. SThe Insects Which Affect the Cotton Plant in the United States. By L. O. Howard, Ph.DThe Handling and Uses of Cotton. By Harry HammondThe Feeding Value of Cotton-Seed Products. By B. W. KilgoreSupplemental Bibliography of Cotton This book was originally published in 1896.