Organic Agriculture Concept, Scenario, Principles and Practice
by Dr Krishnaprabu
With global revenue surpassing twenty-five billion dollars annually, organic agriculture is a highly visible and rapidly growing component of agricultural production. In Organic Agriculture: A Global Perspective, Paul Kristiansen, Acram Taji, and John Reganold, and their international group of contributors scientifically review key aspects of organic agriculture. At the intersection of research, education, and practice, the contributors look at the organic agricultural movement's successes and l...
Instant Insights: Crops as Livestock Feed (Burleigh Dodds Science: Instant Insights, #39)
by Dr Kristin Hales, Dr Jeferson Lourenco, Dr Darren S Seidel, Dr Osman Yasir Koyun, Dr Dylan Davis, Dr Christina Welch, Dr James E. Wells, Dr Todd Callaway, Dr Michael Blummel, and Dr A. Muller
This specially curated collection features five reviews of current and key research on crops as livestock feed. The first chapter reviews the impact of feeding ruminants cereal grains on animal physiology and health. The chapter explores the use of starch-containing cereal grains as a feedstuff to improve animal efficiency and performance, as well as to reduce the environmental footprint of ruminant animal production. The second chapter discusses key environmental trade-offs in the use of crop...
Bioenergy, a promising alternative for developing countries, is already a key resource (in the form of fuelwood, for example) in millions of households around the world. Third World planners are exploring new technologies and uses, including the production of biogas from wastes for household cooking, the burning of wood chips under boilers to produ
Managing Soils in an Urban Environment (Agronomy Monographs)
by Randall B. Brown, J. Herbert Huddleston, and James L Anderson
'Not everyone can keep a cow, but everyone can make cheese.' This book shows you the very basic equipment needed to make your own cheese: the ingredients, including different milks, herbs and flavours; how to make a simple cheese; and how to produce some of the worlds speciality cheeses such as Roquefort, Brie and Edam. You will find recipes for making many cheeses at home. Whether you are making a cheese cake, a ricotta-based pudding or a stonking salty blue, this book is a cheese lover's guide...
Agriculture in the United Kingdom
Organic Meat and Milk from Ruminants (EAAP publication)
A practical, systems-based approach for a more sustainable farming operation "Ben Hartman has revolutionized his methods, cut down his work hours dramatically, and shrunk the size of his farm, all while making a better income."-Civil Eats To many people today, using the words "factory" and "farm" in the same sentence is nothing short of sacrilege. In many cases, though, the same sound business practices apply whether you are producing cars or carrots. Author Ben Hartman and other young farmers...
Fundamentals of Organic Farming presents basic principles and practices of organic farming. The s systematically cover-* Concepts and relevance of organic farming, * Organic production requirement, * Biological intensive nutrient management, * Integrated pests, disease and weed management, * Quality control standards and certification, * , Frequently asked questions and answersOrganic market opportunities, This book fulfils the needs of students studying in agricultural colleges and universities...
The urban landscape has swallowed vast swaths of prime farmland across North America. Imagine how much more self-reliant our communities would be if thirty million acres of lawns were made productive again. Permaculture is a practical way to apply ecological design principles to food, housing, and energy systems, making growing fruits, vegetables, and livestock easier and more sustainable. The Permaculture Handbook is a step-by-step, beautifully illustrated guide to creating resilient and prospe...
Examines commercial agriculture's strain on our natural resources, ecosystems, and the farmer. This book deals with the harsh economic realities and complicated legislation facing farmers, as well as the undeniable health impact of GMO crops and excessive chemicals.