Some time ago we made reference in our columns to the use of paper for mulch, says the New Zealand Smallholder, and much interest has been aroused among our readers, many ,of whom have asked for further particulars. For four years the United States Department of Agriculture has been carrying on experiments with paper mulch, 'and their comparative tests have demonstrated beyond dispute the value of paper to stimulate plant growth. With every crop save one —peanuts —the experiments were an unqualified success. Paper is now being used in Agriculture in the vicinity of Auckland On a lemon and tobacco farm 'at Henderson several grades of paper are being ujsed experimentalljy. Local growers are awaiting the result of the experiment with interest.
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Manawatu Herald, Volume XLIX, Issue 3889, 29 December 1928, Page 2
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122Page 2 Advertisements Column 3 Manawatu Herald, Volume XLIX, Issue 3889, 29 December 1928, Page 2
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