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He was an agriculture pioneer and he perfected a horse drawn seed drill and later a horse drawn hoe.

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Why was Jethro Tull's seed drill important to the Industrial Revolution?

Jethro Tull's seed drill, invented in the early 18th century, was significant to the Industrial Revolution as it revolutionized agricultural practices by allowing for more efficient and uniform sowing of seeds. This innovation reduced seed waste and improved crop yields, leading to increased food production and supporting a growing population. As agriculture became more productive, it freed up labor for industrial work, fueling urbanization and the expansion of factories, which were central to the Industrial Revolution. Overall, the seed drill contributed to the broader agricultural advancements that enabled industrial growth and economic transformation.


Where was the seed drill invented?

The Babylonians made and utilized a single-tube seed drill, but the exact year is not known. It was sometime around 1500 BC. The Chinese developed a multi-tube seed drill, but again the year is not known. It was sometime in the 2nd century BC. Camillo Torello made the first seed drill in Europe. He received a patent for it in 1566. The seed drill as we now know it was invented in 1701 by agricultural pioneer Jethro Tull (Yes, the band was named after him).


English scientific farmer who invented the seed drill in 1721?

Jethro Tull


Jethro Tull's contributions to English agriculture were the product of?

Deductive reasoning from Descartes


What caused the agricultural revolution in the 1700?

The Agricultural Revolution in the 1700s was primarily driven by advancements in farming techniques, crop rotation, and the selective breeding of livestock. Innovations such as the seed drill, invented by Jethro Tull, improved planting efficiency, while the enclosure movement consolidated land and encouraged more productive farming practices. This period also saw the introduction of new crops from the Americas, like potatoes and corn, which enhanced food security and supported population growth. Together, these factors transformed agricultural productivity and laid the groundwork for the Industrial Revolution.