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Crops. (a) The establishment of an experimental plantation
covering upper slopes, lower slopes, level and low-lying
land. This area to be developed on approved lines with the
aim of producing a model agricultural section and of
demonstrating the use of each type of land respectively.
(b) Experiments with local crops and with new crops with a
view to the distribution of improved types of seeds and
planting material to the peasant population. (c) Demonstrat-
ion of general agricultural practices and approved methods
of cultivation, including the use of soils, crop rotation
and manuring practices. (d) Dissemination of agricultural information in the villages by means of pamphlets, lectures and advice in the field. (e) Such further development as
may be indicated.
Animal Husbandy. - (a) Establishment of an Experimental
Farm in conjunction with the Experimental Plantation (b) Demonstration of the beneficial effects of improved housing,
feeding and general care of animals (c) Production of
improved breeds by crossing and selection for distribution to the villages, in particular of boars and cockerels. (d) Dissemination of animal husbandry information to the
villagers by means of pamphlets, lectures and advice in the
field.
3. Expansion of Botanical and Forestry Department In accordance with the above the suggested scheme for expansion is as follows:-
Headquarters These to be the present Headquarters of the Department. The activities of the Agricultural Section to
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be under the immediate direction of the Superintendent. his dual capacity the latter to co-ordinate afforestation and agricultural activities.
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Experimental Area The provision of an Experimental area in the New Territories consisting of 30 acres of land, to include a "padi" area and a farm section, with a necessary background of lower slopes and upper slopes.
The provision