Report on the Climatic and Agricultural Features and the Agricultural Practice and Needs of the Arid Regions of the Pacific Slope, With Notes on Arizona and New Mexico, 1882: Made Under the Direction Hardcover – August 24, 2018

Discover a detailed, historical look at farming in the arid American West.This 1882 government report compiles climate observations, irrigation experiments, and practical notes on agriculture from California through Arizona and New Mexico. Learn how early researchers and planners studied arid lands to guide crops, livestock, and regional development.The book presents first-hand perspectives from a commission of experts, with clear, real-world data on fruit growing, sugar crops, and vineyard practices. It blends climate discussion with the practical needs of farmers and policymakers of the era, offering a window into how the West was being shaped for agriculture and commerce.What you’ll experienceA broad overview of the Pacific slope climate and how it affects farming decisionsCase studies on sugar beets, sorghum, cane, and other crops under irrigationInsights on fruit cultivation, viniculture, and canning in arid regionsNotes on Arizona and New Mexico’s farming potential and challengesIdeal for readers of historical agricultural reporting, policy history, and climate-driven farming research. Read more