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Design and build a hoophouse or polytunnel, and grow abundant produce year-round in any climate
The Year-Round Hoophouse is the comprehensive guide to designing and building a hoophouse and making a success of growing abundant, delicious fresh produce all year, whatever your climate and land size. Chapters include:
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Orr traveled from coast to coast to find gardens both large and small that show how responsible gardeners are reimaging the definition of a modern garden and addressing design, plant choice, water usage, materials, and more, in exciting, innovative, and often surprising ways.
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Food Movements Unite! Strategies to transform our food systems. The present corporate food regime dominating the planet's food systems is environmentally destructive, financially volatile and socially unjust. Though the regime's contributions to the planet's four-fold food-fuel-finance and climate crises are well documented, the "solutions" advanced by our national and global institutions reinforce the same destructive technological path, the same...
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How Malabar Farm pioneered soil conservation and grew the sustainable agriculture movement
Established in 1939 by Pulitzer Prize—winning author and farmer Louis Bromfield, Malabar Farm was once considered "the most famous farm in the world." Farmers, conservationists, politicians, businessmen, and even a few Hollywood celebrities-including Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, who married there-flocked to rural Ohio to see how Bromfield restored worn-out...
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Los tubérculos y raíces andinas, grandes tesoros ancestrales de nuestra amplia biodiversidad vegetal, merecen una especial atención, en momentos en que la sociedad está en la búsqueda de alimentos de alta calidad, con valor nutritivo y limpios de agentes contaminantes químicos y orgánicos. Producidos sosteniblemente en ecosistemas de alta montaña, se convierten en una alternativa alimenticia que, por su rica composición, pueden escalar hacia...
47) Let's eat green!
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"Let's Eat Green! shows early fluent readers learn why it's important to eat green with fun and easy ways they can do it every day"--
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This fact cannot be ignored: food shortages and climate change are linked. As Earth warms and drought or flooding occurs, farmers cannot grow crops and animals die. If disease occurs, it can wipe out huge amounts of food supplies if farmers have not used diverse seeds or a variety of livestock breeds. This book examines the complexity of a warming climate and its relationship to food and water. By showing examples of technological solutions, like...
49) Food supplies
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"Discusses the environmental issue of food supplies and how to create a sustainable way of living"--Provided by publisher.
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Unlocking Abundance: Indigenous Farming Wisdom Are you struggling to find sustainable farming methods that align with nature? Discover the transformative power of Indigenous Farming Practices and tap into centuries-old wisdom for a greener, more prosperous future. In a world dominated by modern agriculture, reconnect with the roots of sustainable cultivation. This book is your gateway to a bountiful harvest and ecological harmony, addressing the challenges...
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Unlock the Secrets of Greenhouse Farming: Transform Your Harvests with Optimal Growing EnvironmentsAre you tired of struggling with unpredictable weather patterns that wreak havoc on your crops? Do you dream of having a bountiful harvest all year round? Look no further – "Greenhouse Farming: Creating Optimal Growing Environments" is your ultimate guide to revolutionize your farming journey.In a world where climate change and extreme weather conditions...
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Revitalize Your Soil and Protect the Earth with Cover Crops!Are you tired of watching your soil deteriorate year after year? Do you worry about erosion damaging your land and the environment? Discover the transformative power of cover crops and unlock the secrets to improving soil structure while reducing erosion.In "Cover Crops: Improving Soil Structure and Reducing Erosion," we delve deep into the world of sustainable farming practices. This comprehensive...
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Unlock the Secrets of Dairy Farming!Are you a dairy enthusiast seeking innovative methods to boost your milk production and processing? Perhaps you're a newcomer to the world of dairy farming, looking for expert guidance to start your own successful venture. In both cases, "Dairy Farming: Modern Approaches to Milk Production and Processing" is your ultimate resource. This comprehensive guide is designed to address all your dairy-related concerns and...
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Unleash Agricultural Success Against Nature's Fury! Are you tired of unpredictable weather wreaking havoc on your crops? Discover the ultimate guide to cultivating climate-resilient crops and safeguarding your agricultural endeavors in the face of extreme weather conditions. In "Climate-Resilient Crops: Adapting Agriculture to Extreme Weather," we delve into the challenges farmers face in today's ever-changing climate and provide practical solutions...
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Unearth the Secrets of Sustainable Farming! Are you tired of worrying about the environmental impact of modern agriculture? Are you concerned about the future of our planet and how it's tied to the way we grow our food? If so, "The Future of Farming: Sustainability Unveiled" is your essential guide to a greener, more sustainable future in agriculture. In this eye-opening book, we address the pain points of modern farming head-on, from soil degradation...
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Are you looking to transition to chemical-free farming and produce healthier, more sustainable crops? Do you want to learn about natural pest management, organic weed control, and other environmentally-friendly farming practices? Then this book is for you!Filled with practical tips and techniques, this book provides a comprehensive guide to chemical-free farming. You will learn how to assess your current farming practices, plan for a transition to...
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Preserving Diversity: The Ultimate Guide to Seed Saving In a world of shrinking biodiversity, safeguarding traditional crop varieties has never been more crucial. Discover the power and necessity of seed saving with this comprehensive guide. Say goodbye to concerns about vanishing plant species and hello to a sustainable, diverse future. About This Book:Preserve Heritage: Learn the art of saving seeds to protect and perpetuate heirloom varieties.Environmental...
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Unleash Your Farming Success with Agribusiness Management Are you a farmer facing the challenges of modern agribusiness? Dive into "Agribusiness Management: Strategies for Successful Farming Enterprises" and transform your farming venture into a thriving success story. Discover practical solutions to common pain points experienced by agricultural entrepreneurs.Maximize Your Yield: Learn innovative techniques to boost crop yields and optimize your...
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"History of Agriculture: A Journey from Subsistence to Global Industry" invites readers on an illuminating expedition through the annals of human cultivation, tracing the remarkable evolution of agriculture from its humble origins to its current status as a sprawling global industry. Delve into the past and discover the ingenious methods our ancestors devised to tame the land and harness its resources for sustenance. This captivating narrative paints...
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