1674-1741

English Inventor

Jethro Tull invented the seed drill, which altered how land was used for agriculture. He also devised ways to aerate fields, eliminating the need for constant fertilization of crops. His writings were dispersed throughout Europe. Tull's innovative techniques and tools influenced agriculturists to adopt his methods and to improve implements. Some historians suggest that Tull was the catalyst for revolutionary changes in British agriculture, which resulted in more efficient land management and higher crop yields.

Tull was born in Basildon, England. Sources do not cite an exact birth date, but records indicate that Tull was baptized on March 30, 1674. He grew up in a rural environment before enrolling at St. John's College at Oxford University. He graduated in 1691. Two years later, Tull began legal studies and was admitted to the bar in 1699. Tull never intended to practice law, envisioning his educational experiences as preparation...