Jethro Tull (agriculturist)

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Jethro Tull (agriculturist) born?Baptised March 30, 1674
2. When did Jethro Tull (agriculturist) die?February 21, 1741
3. Where was Jethro Tull (agriculturist) born?Berkshire, England
4. What is the primary innovations?Horse-drawn seed drill (circa 1701) and horse-drawn hoe
5. What is the key publication?'The New Horse-Houghing Husbandry' (published posthumously)
6. What did Jethro Tull invent that helped farmers plant seeds better?He invented the horse‑drawn seed drill, which planted seeds at the right depth and spacing, saving seeds and making crops grow better.

Broadcast Sowing: The traditional method of scattering seeds by hand over a field, often resulting in uneven distribution and wastage.
Mechanization: The process of introducing machines to perform tasks previously done by hand or animal power, increasing efficiency and scale.
Husbandry: The care, cultivation, and breeding of crops and livestock; farming.