A Guide to Growing Common Crops

During the long history of farming in my country, people have mastered the techniques of planting a variety of crops. These crops have not only nourished the lives of generations, but also formed a rich and diverse food culture. From the rolling waves of wheat in the north to the fragrant rice in the south, from the plumpness of soybeans to the golden color of corn, each crop carries a unique growth rhythm and a gift from nature. This book briefly introduces the planting strategies and optimal harvesting times of several common crops - wheat, soybeans, corn, sorghum, rice, barley, oats, highland barley and sweet potatoes. It also shares some natural farming methods that reduce or eliminate the use of pesticides, aiming to help friends who love gardening or engage in agriculture better understand and practice green planting. We hope to inspire readers' interest in crop cultivation, advocate a return to nature and eco-friendly farming methods, enjoy the joy from sowing to harvest, and jointly protect this land that nourishes us.