Birthdate: 1753 AD
Birthplace: Maryland, United States
Died: 1823 AD
John Lorain was an American farmer, merchant, and agricultural writer acclaimed for creating hybrids by crossbreeding corn varieties. His groundbreaking experiments led to advancements in agriculture. In 1825, his book “Nature and Reason Harmonized in the Practice of Husbandry” was published after his death, outlining his hybridization studies. Lorain’s innovative techniques and writings have had a lasting influence on farming and plant breeding.
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