 Jean-Baptiste Boussingault

Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802–1887) was a French chemist and agronomist known for his contributions to the field of agricultural science, particularly in soil chemistry and plant nutrition. He is noted for his work on the nitrogen cycle, and he conducted extensive research on the effects of fertilizers on crop yields. Boussingault also played a significant role in promoting the scientific approach to agriculture, advocating for the use of chemical analysis in farming practices.