Rothamsted, Lawes and Dinosaurs

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The story highlights John Bennet Lawes, who patented the first artificial chemical fertilizer in 1842 and later founded the world's first agricultural research station at Rothamsted. It also explores his participation in fossil diggings, speculated to be dinosaur droppings, discovered throughout southern England and beyond. This account showcases Lawes' significant contributions to agriculture and paleontology during the 19th century.