Albrecht Thaer

Albrecht Daniel Thaer (1752?1828) was one of the most renowned agronomists in Germany and an avid supporter of the humus theory for plant nutrition. His often quoted book of four volumes (Grundsätze der rationellen Landwirthschaft - Principles of rational agriculture, 1809?1812) was translated into English as late as 1844 (Russell, 1952), showing that the humus theory even in the Modern Period (1800?1860) still received acceptance.

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Albrecht-Thaer-Schule in Celle was founded by Albrecht Thaer in 1786.

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There are two known statues of Albrecht Thaers in the world: one in Berlin (Schinkelplatz) and the other in Kada?, Czech Republic (in front of the agriculture school).

Related Topics:
Berlin - Kada? - Czech Republic

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