To the farmer especially, the use of charcoal extends a wide 

 range of advantages. He can add to the value of his manure, 

 can improve the sanitary condition of the barnyard, poultry 

 house, hog pen, etc.; and at the same time improve the phys- 

 ical condition of his land. When used in larger quantities in 

 gardens, nursery beds, and in intensive cultivation, it offers 

 the best physical conditions for the growing crop with a de- 

 crease of loss from fungal attacks. 'The action of charcoal is 

 comparatively permanent as compared with the other agents, 

 which are used for the same purposes. Experiments carried 

 on over three growing seasons have shown no lessening of 

 the effects under the most unfavorable conditions. The agri- 

 culturists of the future must look forward to the conserva- 

 tion of the resources of the land. This is accomplished best 

 by proper control of physical conditions with the subsequent 

 fullest utilization of the natural forces of sunshine, air and 

 moisture. Any man who will look forward to such a careful 

 utilization of his land will surely increase his wealth mate- 

 rially. 



