Organic farming

Die Insektenzucht bietet enorme Chancen für nachhaltiges Wirtschaften und neue Einkommensquellen.

Keeping chickens is fun, relaxing, and low maintenance, plus you have the added benefit of your own known source of fresh eggs.

As seen on the BBC's This Farming LifeThe inspirational story of Lynbreck Croft-a regenerative Scottish farm rooted in local food, community, and the dreams of two women.

Now in Paperback"e;A fantastic guide for organic seed breeders and producers.

"e;Seasoned and novice growers alike will find a mother lode of information and wisdom packed into this gem of a book!

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.

Organic farming is a major global movement that is changing land-use and consumer habits around the world.

Trüffel, oft als "Diamanten der Küche" bezeichnet, gehören zu den wertvollsten und begehrtesten Delikatessen weltweit.

The markets for organic and fair trade commodities are growing rapidly, so it is vital to assess if it is feasible to meet growing demands regarding food safety, quality and ethics through smallholder and marginal producers.

A groundbreaking book that addresses the science that underpins organic agriculture and horticulture and its impact upon the management of organic systems With contributions from noted experts in the field, Organic Agriculture explores the cultural context of food production and examines the historical aspects, economic implications, and key scientific elements that underpin organic crop production.

This book is an up-to-date and comprehensive reference covering pest management in organic farming in major crops of the world.

NOW A MAJOR NEW TV SERIES: CAROL DRINKWATER'S SECRET PROVENCELife and love, olive groves and bee hives in Provence - further adventures in the bestselling Olive Farm series from the author of THE FORGOTTEN SUMMER'Drinkwater is a rare writer who tackles other people brilliantly.

Organic cattle farming is on the increase, with consumer demand for organic milk and meat growing yearly.

As more and more people seek locally grown food, independent, family owned and operated agriculture has expanded, creating local networks for selling and buying produce, meat, and dairy products and reviving local agricultural economies throughout the United States.

In Crop Rotation and Cover Cropping, you can learn some of the thinking behind-and the actual nuts and bolts of-laying out a rotation for your farm.

Organic Crop Breeding provides readers with a thorough review of the latest efforts by crop breeders and geneticists to develop improved varieties for organic production.

The Tao of Vegetable Gardening explores the practical methods as well as the deeper essence of gardening.

The present book, entitled Research Advancement in Organic Farming, focuses on advanced approaches of organic farming practices for sustainable production of crops and protection of the environment from pollution caused by conventional farming practices.

An exploration of the lived experience of small-scale organic farmers in New England that unpacks how they balance their ideals with economic realities In recent years, the popularity of organically grown produce has exploded.

A new approach to growing local medicine, including information on geo-authenticity, wildcrafting, and developing a good business plan"e;[A] beautiful and informative book .

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.

The Smallholder's Handbook is a detailed manual to start, plan and manage your own smallholding.

Este libro nace como una propuesta para reconectarnos con algo tan primitivo como la relación que se establece entre nosotros y la producción de nuestro propio alimento.

What makes a farm sustainable and successful?

In dieser Abrechnung der Aktivistin Vandana Shiva wird eindrucksvoll dargelegt, wie die Agrargroßindustrie mit Chemie und Gentechnik den Planeten plündert, die Lebenswelt zugrunde richtet und unsere Gesundheit untergräbt.

Wrap up warm and retreat to the wintry countryside with farmer and Countryfile presenter Adam Henson, as he recounts his Christmas memories tending to an assorted cast of animals, and celebrates the farmers who make our celebrations possible.

With in-depth information on electric fencing, watering, and husbandry for ruminants, poultry, and pigs, plus butchering, dairying, and more"e;If we work hard, we sleep well.

The comprehensive grower's guide to seed productionThe Seed Farmer is required reading for any grower who cares about being part of a truly sustainable local food system.

France is often held up as a bastion of gastronomic refinement and as a model of artisanal agriculture and husbandry.

Das materialistische, nur auf die sinnlich-physische Körperlichkeit gerichtete Denken kann den Begriff des Organismus nicht fassen.

Soil is a living organism that loves to cooperate with farmers and gardeners.

Covering a wide array of topics on the status and challenges of organic farming, including production, nutrient management, plant protection, processing methods, organic production, policy issues, etc.

NOW A MAJOR NEW TV SERIES: CAROL DRINKWATER'S SECRET PROVENCEThe bestselling Olive Farm series by writer and actress Carol Drinkwater, now available as a complete ebook collection.

What are the advantages of making one's own compost?

From Peter Wohlleben, the New York Times-bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees, and his wife, Miriam, comes an inspired, practical memoir of creating a sustainable homestead amongst the trees.

Entdecken Sie die faszinierende Welt der Aquaponik – ein innovatives System, das Fischzucht und Pflanzenanbau in einem geschlossenen Kreislauf vereint.

The demand for organic foods has been expanding at a steady rate, and during the COVID-19 epidemic, it increased even further, as consumers regarded these foods as healthier and better for immunity than conventional foods.

The Complete Practical Guide to Growing Vegetables Year-Round in Northern Climates for Local MarketsMANY SMALL FARMS shut down during the dark winter months.

"e;A regenerative no-till pioneer.

Dive into the enchanting world of truffles with The Art of Truffle Farming, a comprehensive guide that unravels the mysteries behind cultivating one of nature's most prized delicacies.

The Illustrated Guide to Pigs covers the 35 most familiar breeds of pigs in Europe and North America.

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.

A groundbreaking book that addresses the science that underpins organic agriculture and horticulture and its impact upon the management of organic systems With contributions from noted experts in the field, Organic Agriculture explores the cultural context of food production and examines the historical aspects, economic implications, and key scientific elements that underpin organic crop production.

From the bestselling author of The Market Gardener - key principles for biointensive market gardening and powerful stories of successful growers who are farming profitably on a human-scaleMicrofarms is a guide to setting up and running profitable small-scale vegetable farms using organic, low-tech, and highly intensive production methods grounded in ecological principles.

"e;Brimming with ingenuity, hope, and eminently practical advice, The Winter Harvest Handbook is an indispensable contribution.

NOW A MAJOR NEW TV SERIES: CAROL DRINKWATER'S SECRET PROVENCEThe third in the bestselling story which began with THE OLIVE FARM - from the author of THE FORGOTTEN SUMMER'Captures perfectly the dreamy atmosphere of the South of France and its people' WOMAN AND HOME'Vibrant, intoxicating and heart-warming' SUNDAY EXPRESS'The stars shimmer like spilled handfuls of glitter.