How to Prosper in Boll Weevil Territory

"How to Prosper in Boll Weevil Territory" by George Howard Alford is a resourceful handbook, guiding cotton farmers through the difficulties of boll weevil invasions in the early 1900s. It presents diverse strategies for thriving in boll weevil-affected regions, concentrating on early planting, varying crops, and managing pests effectively. The book pushes farmers to cut down on cotton planting to boost quality, backing the use of both fertilizers and early-maturing cotton species to speed up crop growth. Practical and persuasive, it emphasizes removing boll weevil food sources, like old cotton stalks, while introducing a cycle of different crops to keep the farm profitable and encouraging lasting prosperity.