Agricultural chemicals
The 20th century saw an enormous increase in the use of manufactured chemicals such as herbicides, insecticides, fertilisers as well as drenches and dips for livestock. Today, agricultural scientists also work at the genetic level to improve crop yields and resistance to disease. This photograph was taken at the Kerang Agricultural Research Farm.
Rural Water Corporation. Photograph, 31st August 1964
Accession number: rwp/24080
This image is in copyright. Used with permission.
From the State Library of Victoria's Pictures collection.
