John Wynn Baker facts for kids
John Wynn Baker (died 1775) was an important Irish expert in farming and how farms make money. He was known as an agricultural and rural economist.
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Helping Irish Farmers
From 1764 until he passed away, John Wynn Baker worked closely with the Dublin Society. This group supported his ideas to make farming better in Ireland. They gave him a lot of help and money for his projects.
Setting Up a Farming Factory
With the Dublin Society's help, Baker started a special factory in Laughlinstown, located in County Kildare. This factory made all sorts of tools and machines for farming. He also trained young people as apprentices there. Baker even taught classes to share practical farming knowledge.
Sharing His Discoveries
John Wynn Baker wrote a series of books called 'Experiments in Agriculture'. These were published between 1766 and 1773. His writings became very famous and helped spread his ideas widely.
Baker's Legacy and Recognition
John Wynn Baker died on August 24, 1775, at Wynn's Field in County Kildare. Even though he lived a short life, he made a huge difference. Many people believe he did more to improve farming in Ireland than anyone before him. The important Royal Society recognized his great work. They made him a fellow in 1771, which is a big honor.
Other Important Writings
Baker also wrote other books. One was called Considerations upon the Exportation of Corn. He wrote this book because the Dublin Society asked him to. It was published in Dublin in 1771. Another book, published in 1767, was A Short Description and List, with the Prices, of the Instruments of Husbandry made in the Factory at Laughlinstown. This book listed the tools made at his factory and their prices.
Wynn's Field Today
Today, the place known as Wynn's Field is where the Celbridge Elm Hall Golf Club is located. You can still see some of the old field shapes and hedge lines around the golf course. The original walls of John Wynn Baker's factory are also still standing. They now surround the orchards and putting green at the golf club.
