Right Use of Lime in Soil Improvement

A practical manual explaining the chemistry and function of lime in correcting soil acidity, methods for detecting and testing acidity, and the different sources and forms of lime including ground limestone, burned, hydrated, and magnesian varieties. It gives step-by-step guidance on burning, storing, pulverizing, and applying lime, offers buying advice and recommended application rates, and discusses interactions with manure and specific crop needs. Experiment-station observations illustrate responses of legumes and grains, while emphasis is placed on particle size, distribution, local pulverizing solutions, and precautions against improper use.