Address to the Dairymen's Association
The work addresses the Dairymen's Association, emphasizing the importance of dairy farming and livestock management. It highlights the economic benefits derived from raising cows and pigs, illustrating the symbiotic relationship between dairy production and pork production. The speaker praises the natural environment, depicting cows grazing in lush pastures and the seasonal cycles that affect their well-being and productivity. The text underscores the significance of quality feed, such as hay and grains, in enhancing the health and growth of livestock. It advocates for the timely sale of pigs, suggesting that younger animals yield superior meat quality. The speaker notes the demand for young pigs in the market, indicating a strategic approach to livestock management that maximizes profitability. Overall, the work serves as a call to action for dairy farmers to collaborate and improve their practices, ensuring sustainable and profitable farming operations. It combines practical advice with a celebration of the agricultural lifestyle, reinforcing the value of the dairy and pork industries in the broader economy.
By James McIntyre · First published 1885 · Genre: Poetry, Agricultural Literature, Humor · 281 words
First lines
Feb., 1891.
Dairymen's association Leading feeders of our nation, When they promote this grand combine To raise good cows and fatten swine.
The cow doth now enjoy her hay, But longs for snow to pass away, So she o'er pasture lands can stray, She dearly loves the month of May.
Great source of wealth the cows do yield While they do roam o'er grassy field, Along the banks of crystal stream, Which makes our cheese so rich with cream.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: James McIntyre
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Agricultural Literature, Humor, Speech, Didactic Literature
- Length: 281 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Agricultural Literature — The content focuses on dairy farming and livestock, addressing issues relevant to the agricultural community.
- Humor — The playful tone and light-hearted treatment of farming subjects suggest elements of humor.
- Speech — The title indicates it is an address, suggesting it was intended for oral delivery to an audience.
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Poem · Satire · Humor · Literary Device · Wordplay · Rhetoric · Dairy Industry · Agriculture · Economy · Social Commentary · Criticism · Irony